Youth Mental Health Technician & Unit Clerk

Halifax Health; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Halifax Health in the United States is seeking a Day Mental Health Technician II/Unit Clerk to provide direct and indirect patient care to child and adolescent patients under RN supervision. This role also handles clerical and administrative duties within the department.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, BLS certification, and a bachelor's in psychology preferred. You will work with a multidisciplinary team to support milieu activities, assist with ADLs, monitor patient safety,

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related mental health field preferred.
• BLS certification required.
• Experience with child/adolescent patients preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct and indirect patient care under RN/therapist supervision.
• Perform clerical and administrative duties within the department.
• Support milieu activities, groups, and recreational activities.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living (ADL) and safety monitoring.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and HIPAA compliance.
• Respond calmly in crisis situations and use de-escalation techniques.

Skills

Empathy

De-escalation

Crisis response

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related field

BLS certification

Job description

Halifax Health in the United States is seeking a Day Mental Health Technician II/Unit Clerk to provide direct and indirect patient care to child and adolescent patients under RN supervision. This role also handles clerical and administrative duties within the department.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, BLS certification, and a bachelor's in psychology preferred. You will work with a multidisciplinary team to support milieu activities, assist with ADLs, monitor patient safety,