Mental Health Technician - Inpatient Psychiatry

Mental Health Technician - Inpatient Psychiatry

Job Details

Job Ref:

R0029467

Category:

Mental Health

Employment Type:

Various

Health Care Partner:

University of Vermont Medical Center

Location:

111 Colchester Ave, Burlington, VT 05401

Department:

Inpatient Psychiatry- Shep3/6

Job Type:

Regular

Primary Shift:

Variable

Hours per Week:

36

Pay Rate:

$21.69 - $34.20 per hour

This is a bargaining union position.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Mental Health Technician is a member of the interdisciplinary team on Inpatient Psychiatry whose duties include maintaining a safe therapeutic environment, documentation, and managing emergency situations. Duties are performed in accordance with hospital policies and procedures under the direction and supervision of the nurse manager. Inpatient Psychiatry supports mental health constant observation on other floors in the hospital as needed.

EDUCATION:

High school graduate or GED required. AS or BS degree in mental health or human services related field preferred.

EXPERIENCE:

Patient care experience and experience with mental health preferred.

SHIFTS:

Full Time (36 hours per week) available

*Eve/Night Position

Additional Details:

Must have full-time availability for first week of employment to attend orientations.