Mental Health Technician Full Time Night

At. St. Francis-Emory Healthcare, we recognize that our patients deserve qualified, engaged, and competent healthcare professionals. And we know that our employees deserve a working environment that is safe, leaders who are visible and supportive, and opportunities to grow and develop. We have a positive, hopeful, and resilient leadership team that is solely focused on taking care of the heart of St. Francis – the people who work here. If you feel that your skills and compassion fit with our vision for person-centered care and evidence-based practice, and you would like to belong to a hospital family that only the best are invited to join, we invite you to apply today

Job Summary

• Under the direction of an RN is responsible for patient safety, welfare, and the implementation of therapeutic milieu and treatment plans
• Serve as a patient observer on a patient care unit who has been assessed to require any degree of observation in order to maximize patient safety
• Perform general receptionist and clerical duties in order to facilitate efficiency of the nursing unit

Essential Functions

• Provides direct clinical care to patients under the direct supervision of a licensed Registered Nurse or other licensed clinical personnel
• Serves as a Nurse Technician or Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in behavioral health performing the duties expected of an incumbent
• Observes and records patient behavior and activities. Reports any changes in physical, mental or emotional condition to nursing staff and suggests modifications to the treatment plan
• Provides crisis intervention with incoming calls and on the unit to maintain safety
• Maintains a clean, safe, and patient friendly work environment; ensure supplies are stocked and available.

FLSA: Non-exempt

EEO:

• 01 Officials and Managers
• 02 Professionals
• 03 Technicians
• 04 Sales Workers
• 05 Administrative Support Workers
• 06 Craft Workers
• 07 Operatives
• 08 Laborers and Helpers
• 09 Service Workers

Minimum Education

• High school diploma or equivalent Required
• Bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work, or related field preferred

Certifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) preferred
• Handle with Care Certification or CPI within 90 days of hire

Minimum Work Experience

• One (1) year of mental health experience in Mental Health Technician or similar function is preferred.
• Four (4) years of related experience in the mental health field preferred

Required Skills

• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action