Mental Health Technician MHT

Mental Health TechnicianThe Mental Health Technician provides direct patient care. Assists in maintaining medical records, monitoring patient interactions and safety as well as clerical support, patient data collection and performing medical procedures under the direction of an RN utilizing knowledge of verbal and non-verbal communication skills to provide targeted therapeutic interventions with patients.The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience, education and training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.The Mental Health Technician works in harmony with the nursing staff to provide care for our patients. In addition, the Mental Health Technician is responsible for:Directing patient careAssisting with maintaining medical recordsMonitoring patient interactions and safetyProviding clerical supportAssisting in patient data collectionPerforming medical procedures under the direction of a Registered Nurse.High School diploma required. In general 1 yr. equivalent work experience in psychiatric/addictive disease treatment facility. Must be CPR certified. Must have a reliable source of transportation.All of our employees are valued and receive a competitive wage; full time team members are also offered a comprehensive benefit package which includes:Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance/ Flexible Spending AccountsTuition Reimbursement & Nursing Loan Repayment ProgramsPerkSpot - Local Deals and Weekly Perks Program401(k)Paid Time Off PlanNew Pet Insurance Discount availableDailyPay option available! – Get your pay, when you need it.Purchasing Power - online purchase/payroll deductionTickets at Work - entertainment ticket discountsEmployee Assistance Plan - easy-to-use services to help with everyday challenges of life (available for all employees and their families)Helping Friends Foundation - our employees' hardship/crisis fundAuto and Home Insurance - employee discount available – payroll deduction!In-facility education programs and more!Drug Free, Smoke-Free work place. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets