Mental Health Technician/Driver M-F 7-4

Job Description

Job Description

Join Apollo Behavioral Health Hospital as a Full-Time Mental Health Technician/Driver and experience the impactful work of transforming lives in your community. Located in Baton Rouge, La 70816, this onsite role allows you to engage directly with clients, fostering a supportive environment while helping them navigate their mental health journey. You will be part of a high-performance team dedicated to excellence and integrity, where your skills as a problem solver and abundant thinker will be valued. Your prior experience in mental health will empower you to make a meaningful difference each day. As you drive to various locations, you will not only provide transportation but also lend your expertise in creating a safe and positive atmosphere for patients.

You will be provided great benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Life Insurance, Competitive Salary, and Paid Time Off. This position offers the opportunity to grow professionally while making a lasting impact on individuals' lives.

Your role as a Mental Health Technician/Driver

As a Full-Time Mental Health Technician/Driver at Apollo Behavioral Health Hospital, you will play a vital role in transporting patients safely from their homes to the facility and back again, ensuring their comfort and well-being. This position emphasizes teamwork, as you will execute routine tasks within our outpatient programs and document patients' vital signs diligently. Flexibility in your work schedule is essential to provide coverage whenever needed. Additionally, you will assist in coordinating lunch distributions, maintaining the cleanliness of the kitchen post-lunch, and attending to patients' needs during mealtime. Your commitment to overseeing the facility's cleanliness will contribute to a safe and welcoming environment, aligned with our core values of excellence and integrity.

Join us in making a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients and the community.

Requirements for this Mental Health Technician/Driver job

To be successful as a Full-Time Mental Health Technician/Driver at Apollo Behavioral Health Hospital, candidates must possess a unique blend of skills and attributes. The ability to work under close supervision, especially in a dynamic environment with distractions and demanding patients, is crucial. Effective communication skills are necessary to engage with patients, families, and team members, ensuring that vital information is relayed clearly. Additionally, candidates should demonstrate good physical and mental health, characterized by a warm, empathetic attitude that fosters trust and rapport with patients. Familiarity with basic documentation tools is essential for accurately recording vital signs and other patient data.

This role demands a proactive approach to problem-solving, a commitment to maintaining a clean and safe environment, and the ability to follow both verbal and written instructions meticulously. Joining our team means bringing not just your skills, but also your passion for making a positive impact on the lives of others.

Knowledge and skills required for the position are:

• Ability to work under close supervision with distractions/demanding patients and follow verbal and written instructions
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Good physical and mental health as evidenced by warm empathic attitude

Join our team today!

If you believe that this position matches your requirements, applying for it is a breeze. Best of luck!