Mental Health Technician

Location: Saratoga Hospital - Saratoga Springs, NY Employment Type: Per Diem Shift/Schedule: Varied shifts Department: Mental Health Unit Salary Range: $18.00 - $25.46 hourly, based on experience and qualifications About Saratoga Hospital At Saratoga Hospital , We've built a reputation for high-quality, compassionate care and a commitment to the health and well-being of our community. As part of the Albany Med Health System, we combine advanced technology with a deeply personal approach - creating a supportive environment for patients, staff, and providers alike. We believe that exceptional care starts with exceptional people. About The Role We're looking for a dedicated Mental Health Technician to join our team and help us continue delivering the level of care our patients and families deserve. In this role, you'll be a vital part of our clinical team, ensuring excellent service, collaboration, and patient outcomes in a fast-paced healthcare environment. As a Mental Health Technician you will provide support to members of the clinical team to maintain the therapeutic milieu of the inpatient mental health program in accordance with established safety rules of the unit with an understanding of the goals, and objectives of the interdisciplinary treatment team and treatment plan. What You'll Do Coordination of Patient Activities: Assists in maintaining the flow of the activity program as set up by Activities Therapist, including maintaining outings, activity room. Patient Groups: Participates in unit groups as assigned, including co-leading group therapy sessions as assigned; completes required documentation in patient record. Participates actively in the development of new patient groups and milieu activities. Co-leads community meetings as assigned, and maintains accurate documentation; maintains posted unit schedule on board. Patient Care: Monitors and maintains patient vital signs, ADL skills, input and output logs under direction of charge nurse. Patient Monitoring: Monitors patients on constant and close observations; documents on appropriate flow sheet. Participates in keeping a safe environment conducive to maintaining a restful sleep environment. Conducts patient rounds including every 30 minute checks, constant and close observations, documents and complies with established unit safety guidelines. Provides supervision of patient in the kitchen area as required. Communication: Notifies charge nurse of patient behaviors in the milieu at the end of each shift and the patient's responses. Meets for 15 minutes with 2-4 assigned patients per shift, and documents interactions in the patient record, coordinating notes with the goals and objectives of the treatment plan. Admission and Discharge: Participates in and assists Registered Nurse with admission intake process by completing the initial screening questions, safety checks and orientation to the unit. Participates in patient discharge planning under the direction of charge nurse. Clerical Function: Assists in the maintaining the flow of documentation, ordering forms, list, materials and filing as required. Maintains daily cense sheets and reviews medical record data to be reviewed by treatment team. Deliver compassionate, patient-centered care in alignment with Saratoga Hospital values Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to support health, healing, and service excellence Perform clinical responsibilities with a focus on safety, quality, and efficiency Use hospital systems and tools to document care and support operations Continuously seek opportunities to improve processes and support patient and staff satisfaction Serve as a positive, professional representative of our hospital and community What You Bring MHT I - High School / GED with three (3) years patient care experience required OR High School / GED with one (1) year direct, acute care mental health experience. MHT II and MHT III are achieved with additional education and/or years of applicable experience. See full matrix for requirements.Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Training completed within first year of employment. BLS or obtain within first year of employment. Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Training completed within first year of employment. Strong communication and teamwork skills Commitment to providing patient-first, high-quality service Comfort working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment Why Saratoga Hospital A caring, community-focused culture rooted in teamwork and trust Supportive leadership that invests in your development and well-being Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, retirement plans, tuition assistance, and wellness programs. Click here to view our complete benefits guide. Opportunities to grow within the Albany Med Health System Located in beautiful Saratoga Springs, known for its vibrant community, outdoor recreation, and cultural attractions Our Commitment We are an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourage individuals of all backgrounds and experiences to apply. If you're passionate about healthcare and community service - even if you don't meet every qualification listed, we'd still love to hear from you. #J-18808-Ljbffr Saratoga Hospital