Senior Mental Health Tech, The Bradley Center CSU, Days

At ScionHealth, we empower our caregivers to do what they do best. We value every voice by caring deeply for every patient and each other. We show courage by running toward the challenge and we lean into new ideas by embracing curiosity and question asking. Together, we create our culture by living our values in our day-to-day interactions with our patients and teammates.

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
• Master’s degree in psychology, social work, or related field
• Two (2) years of additional experience beyond that required may be applied in lieu of the education requirement

Certifications

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

Minimum Work Experience

• Four (4) years of mental health experience in Mental Health Technician or similar function is 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