Technician, Clinical - Mental Health - FULL TIME NIGHTS 645PM-715AM Bridgeton

Job Description

Major Function:

Non-licensed staff member who, under the direction of a registered nurse, provides physical care and emotional support to patients, while maintaining a safe, clean, and therapeutic environment. In addition, responsible for the clerical and communication functions as needed.

Qualification:

Education & Experience:

• High School graduate or G.E.D. required.
• Associates or Bachelor's degree preferred.
• 1-2 years previous experience in inpatient behavioral health setting preferred.

Certification/Licensure:

• CPR (American Heart Association) required.
• CPI required must be obtained within introductory period.

Physical Requirements:

Lifting <20lbs - Frequently - Standing - Frequently - Sitting - Frequently

Lifting 20-50lbs - Occasionally (<20%) - Climbing - Frequently - Kneeling - Frequently

Lifting>50lbs - Occasionally (<20%) - Crouching - Occasionally (<20%) - Reaching - Frequently

Carrying - Frequently - Hearing - Constantly (>80%) - Walking - Constantly (>80%)

Pushing - Frequently - Talking - Constantly (>80%) - Vision - Constantly (>80%)

Environmental Conditions:

Noise - Frequently - Varied Temperatures - Frequently - Cleaning Agents - Frequently

Noxious odors - Occasionally (<20%) - Patient Exposure - Constantly (>80%) - Operative Equipment - Frequently