Mental Health Technician I/II- Full Time

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Position Summary

Interact with, educate, and supervise mentally ill adults, individually or in a group setting, providing a therapeutic environment within the 24 hour services division.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

• Interact with, monitor, educate, and assist clients in the performance of activities of daily living in accordance with the goal and objectives identified on the individualized treatment plan.
• When required by the site monitor client self-administration of medications and document medication in the medication administration register (MAR).
• Maintain records in accordance with applicable standards and regulations.
• Interact appropriately with clients, visitors, family members and providers in a confidential, therapeutic, ethical and responsible manner.
• Provide direct care to a client needs including but not limited to assistance with personal hygiene tasks, bathing, toileting, feeding, and mobility.
• Utilize safety management, emergency procedures, and nonviolent crisis prevention intervention in crisis situations.
• Assist with inventory and general maintenance of supplies, facilities, and equipment.
• Complete housekeeping duties as assigned to maintain a clean, orderly and safe living environment.
• Transport consumers to and from appointments and community outings.
• Observe, communicate and document behaviors.
• Complete errands related to consumer care and facility maintenance.
• Participate in consumer treatment planning and implementation under the direction of professional staff involved in patient care.
• Work under the direction of professional staff to ensure all shift duties are completed.
• Attend and participate in any required staff meetings and trainings.
• Assist with admission and discharge of consumers as assigned using the electronic medical record.
• Obtain vital signs, height and weight and document in client record.
• Assist staff with emergency situations to ensure safety of self, clients, and others.
• Monitor, document, and when applicable prepare meals and snacks for clients' nutritional intake.
• Conduct individual and group activities and document according to policy and procedures.
• Demonstrate competent use of Electronic Medical Record (EMR).
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications/Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Flexibility to work any shift.
• Oral and written communication skills
• Knowledge and skills in educating clients in daily living skills
• Observation and decision making skills
• Experience in implementing group activities helpful
• Willingness to use personal transportation in work capacity
• Knowledge of substance abuse / addiction issues or related work experience would be beneficial