Mental Health Technician - Per Diem Adolescent

Job Title

ART Residential Treatment Program Staff

Job Description

The ART is a 22-bed, short-term residential treatment program in Middleboro, MA. Our program uses dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) as the primary treatment modality to serve patients experiencing a variety of psychiatric and psychosocial challenges, including suicidal and non-suicidal self-injurious behaviors, mood and anxiety disorders, substance misuse, psychosis, and trauma reactivity. This is a per diem, as needed position. A minimum of four 8/hr shifts are required per month, and two must be on the weekends. Shifts are as rotation of Days and Evenings. Must be able to work both Days and Evenings. Summary: Responsible for providing direct care to patients with psychiatric disorder; to ensure the safety and well-being of patients; to support the maintenance of therapeutic milieu.

Essential Functions

Assist with care and treatment of psychiatric, drug and alcohol patients. Advocate for patients who may be vulnerable or need additional support. Parent/Family counseling, including Parent Management Training and Family Systems interventions. Adheres to guidelines for patients on special status (i.e. suicide, sexual abuse or AWOL precautions). Provides accurate information on shift-to-shift report and remains on the unit while incoming shift is in report. Thinks and act quickly and efficiently in emergencies. Displays professional boundaries in relationships with patients at all times. Complete and file all documentation as required in a timely manner.

Qualifications

Education High School Diploma or Equivalent required Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No Licenses and Credentials Basic Life Support [BLS Certification] - Data Conversion - Various Issuers preferred Nursing Assistant [LNA - New Hampshire] - New Hampshire Board of Nursing preferred Experience related experience 0-1 year preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Ability to work well collaboratively and independently. Ability to operate within Electronic Health Records (EHR) system. Ability to manage multiple, competing priorities successfully. Basic computer skills. Ability to work effectively with patients, other members of the Health Care Team, facility personnel, and families/supportive others. Ability to give full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times. Successful completion of CPI training is required within 30 days of hire.

Physical Requirements

Standing Frequently (34-66%) Walking Frequently (34-66%) Sitting Occasionally (3-33%) Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device) Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs Pushing Occasionally (3-33%) Pulling Occasionally (3-33%) Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%) Balancing Frequently (34-66%) Stooping Occasionally (3-33%) Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%) Crouching Occasionally (3-33%) Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%) Reaching Frequently (34-66%) Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%) Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%) Feeling Constantly (67-100%) Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%) Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%) Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%) Talking Constantly (67-100%) Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

Work Location

52 Oak Street

Work Shift

Rotating (United States of America)

Pay Range

$22.28 - $29.79/Hourly

EEO Statement

1600 The McLean Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io.