Mental Health Technician - Acute Adult Care - Full time Nights

Hours of Work :36.00Days Of Week :3Work Shift :12X3 Night (United States of America)Job Description :Job PurposeThe Mental Health Technician provides direct support to patients receiving psychiatric or behavioral health care, working under the supervision of nursing and clinical staff.Monitors patient safety and behavior, assists with activities of daily living and helps implement individualized treatment plans.Job Requirements:Education:High School diploma or equivalent - requiredLicenses and/or Certifications:Requires - A Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification, American Heart AssociationSatori Alternatives to Managing Aggression (SAMA) certification within first week of hireWork Experience:Requires - 2 years’ experience in mental health related field with direct patient care responsibilitiesMethodist Richardson Medical Center is a 443-bed, full-service, acute care hospital that serves Richardson, Garland, Plano, and surrounding areas in Dallas and Collin counties. We are a Certified Comprehensive Stroke Center as well as the nation’s first hospital to receive The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for Pancreatic/Hepatic/Biliary Cancer Certification. We also provide services at Methodist Richardson Medical Center – Campus for Continuing Care, which include a behavioral health and addiction recovery unit, inpatient rehabilitation, long-term acute care, and more. We strive to have a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve and welcomes the skills and talents of all groups. Our reputation as an award-winning employer shows in the distinctions we’ve earned:Magnet-designated hospital150 Top Places to Work in Healthcare by Becker’s Hospital Review , 2023Top 10 Military Friendly Employer, Gold Designation, 2023Top 10 Military Spouse Friendly Employer, 2023Level III Neonatal Intensive Care UnitLevel III Trauma Center #J-18808-Ljbffr Methodist Health System