MHT

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process. MHT Full Time Cambridge, OH, US 5 days ago Requisition ID: 2486 Salary Range: $16.00 To $18.00 Hourly Mental Health Technician - Hickory Behavioral at Cambridge Department: Behavioral Direct Report To: Chief Nursing Officer Job Details: Full time Shifts Available: Monday thru Friday 8:00pm - 5:30pm About the Role: The Mental Health Technician (MHT) is an integral member of the treatment team, functioning as the primary conduit between patient and staff, working to ensure the implementation and integration of the person-centered treatment plan. Under the immediate supervision of the Chief Nursing Officer, the MHT is responsible for monitoring, observing, and reporting client activities while providing structure and support of the clinical person-centered treatment plan. Why Hickory Recovery? Hickory Recovery is setting the benchmark in mental health care, especially for those facing acute challenges or dealing with co-occurring disorders. Our focus is on Delivering personalized, top tier care that fosters healing and improves wellbeing Ensuring every individual has access to the best possible support and treatment Our Mission is to provide high quality, acute care to adults struggling with mental health issues or mental health co-occurring disorders. It’s Hickory’s primary goal to offer expert treatment for all we serve. What We Offer: 401k Health insurance PTO Vision insurance Holiday pay Job Qualifications: High School diploma or equivalent is preferred. Previous psychiatric and/or nursing assistant experience preferred. An ability to learn quickly, multi-task, and utilize effective communication skills, including both telephone and in-person. Positive demeanor and clear understanding of professional boundaries with patients Ability to follow directives explicitly, adhere to facility policies, provide patient-driven customer service, and exercise time management skills. Completion of CPR and HWC within first 30 days of employment. Schedule flexibility, holiday, and weekend rotation are REQUIRED. Must hold a valid driver's license with reliable transportation. Key Responsibilities: Encourages patients attend groups and participate in treatment programs Monitors and assists clients when they're not in treatment programs Performs patient intake including screens and body searches Monitors compliance with hospital rules Assist patients with telephone use per policy Accompanies patients during smoke and outside breaks at all times Audits MHT Shift notes for completion and accuracy Documents shift notes, safety rounds, and patient belongings inventory in the EMR Performs duties for discharge including gathering all patients belongings Monitor patient during 1:1, Q5s, Q15s, and 'line of sight' orders Accurately complete discharge checklist and forms as directed Maintains HIPAA compliance Ensures OSHA and employee illness or injury procedures are followed Ensures compliance with patient care quality standards and regulatory laws Follows workplace injury procedures Looks for performance opportunities and ensures PI activities are ongoing Reports patient concerns to proper leadership and ensures appropriate follow up Activates the Emergency Management Plan when conditions require Reports unsafe conditions to Leadership Performs appropriate hand hygiene throughout the shift Perform patient room searches and surveillance rounds in timely manner #J-18808-Ljbffr Hickory Recovery Network