Mental Health Technician

nnProvide quality psychiatric nursing care.

Nursing care is individualized to meet age specific needs of the patient population we serve.

Work under the direct supervision of a Registered or Licensed Nurse.

Training is centered on interventions designed to provide appropriate care for different age groups, cognitive abilities, and diagnosis.

Working with the other units may be required if patient acuity demands additional nursing support.

Demonstrated competency to provide age appropriate care to preadolescents (3-12), adolescents (13-17), adult 18 and older, including geriatrics.nn nn Job Responsibilities nn Provide age appropriate care for psychiatric patients.

Requires bending, lifting, and transporting patients.

Possesses skills to provide patient groups Completes a minimum of 52 educational activities per year.

Provides feedback to focus on enhancing patient care in peer evaluations.

Participates in mandatory overtime.

Acts as a preceptor and mentor to new employees as needed.

Participates on interdisciplinary team by providing patient information and recommendations to the Treatment Team.

Legible handwriting.

Appropriate communication skills to work with patients and co-workers.

n n Job Requirements: n nnHigh school diploma or GED preferred.

Previous mental health experience preferred.nn nn Benefits nn nnAt Pathways, we understand that our employees work hard, so we provide a generous benefits package.Benefits for the Mental Health Technician position include:nn Medical, dental and vision insurance 401(K) retirement plan Disability insurance PTO nn Compass Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and an E-Verify participant.

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