Mental Health Technician (QMHP) - CSU ** Sign-On Bonus Eligible*

Mental Health Technician (QMHP) - CSU

RBH is now offering sign-on bonus opportunities for qualifying professionals! Richmond Behavioral Health is currently recruiting for a full time Mental Health Technician in our crisis stabilization unit (CSU), a 16 bed state licensed facility specializing in crisis stabilization and hospital diversion for mentally ill adults.

General Definition of Work: Mental Health Technicians perform intermediate skilled human support work maintaining the safety of clients, monitoring clients with special needs, coordinating meal delivery and serving clients, facilitating educational groups, teaching clients coping skills, performing and assisting clients with laundry duties, encouraging clients to adhere to treatment requirements, and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under the moderate supervision of the Lead Mental Health Technician.

Essential Functions:

• Facilitates and leads group activities; engages clients.
• Monitors and assists clients with activities of daily living.
• Performs customer service duties by meeting and greeting clients upon arrival for treatment; admits clients to the unit by taking inventory of belongings; conducts tours and orientation of unit; cleans and maintains bedrooms.
• Maintains the safety and cleanliness of the unit.
• Performs laundry duties for unit and client laundry; assists clients with special needs; serves meals.
• Performs filing duties and provides directions.
• Prepares and maintains clinical documentation and completes progress notes; completes shift reports.
• Organizes the group room and the kitchens.
• Coordinates discharges in full consultation with the case management team.
• Faxes meal requisitions listing census counts to the catering organization.

Two vacancies are available:

• Day shift, 7a-330p with rotating weekends; Weekends are 7a-330p, working at least half of the agency-observed holidays.
• Swing shift, Combination of 8hr and 12hr shifts: 11am - 1130pm and 3pm-1130pm with rotating weekends; Weekends are 7a-730am; working at least half of the agency-observed holidays.

Position Requirements:

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• General knowledge of community and Authority resources, programs, and of regional and State sources for the community service population; general knowledge of interviewing and supportive counseling techniques; general knowledge of social casework techniques; some knowledge of human development and behavior; some knowledge of the theories, principles and techniques of individual, family and group therapy; ability to solve problems within scope of responsibility; ability to analyze facts and exercise sound judgment in arriving at conclusions; ability to communicate complex ideas effectively, orally and in writing; ability to prepare clear and concise reports; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with medical personnel, law enforcement, clients, associates and the general public.

Qualifying staff will be eligible for a $1,500 sign-on bonus as defined by the terms and conditions of the approved sign-on bonus policy.

Requirements:

• Minimum: Bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, rehabilitation counseling or human services - related field from an accredited college with at least one year experience working with the seriously mentally ill; must be able to submit official transcripts; must have evidence of 1,500 hrs of supervised experience obtained within 5-yr period.
• Must qualify as a QMHP.
• Assists in providing safe and effective client care in assigned areas, to include assisting with personal care, close monitoring, acting as part of multi-disciplinary treatment team and facilitating psycho-educational groups. Assists with patient recreational activities. Full time position must be able to work all shifts, and every other weekend.
• Special Requirements:
• Valid driver's license in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
• CPR/First aid, CPI, Human Rights, QMHP and HIPAA certifications.

Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time

About the Organization:

Join the Fearless! Richmond Behavioral Health Authority (RBHA) is licensed by the Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services and is the statutorily established public entity responsible for providing mental health, intellectual disabilities, substance abuse and prevention services to the citizens of the City of Richmond.

Our Mission:

RBHA promotes health, wellness, and recovery for the people and communities we serve.

Our Vision:

An inclusive, healthy community where individuals are inspired to reach their highest potential.

Our Values:

Equity / Innovation / Quality / Inclusion / Accessibility / Transparency / Compassion / Integrity

Creating Healthy Communities - One Person, One Family, One Community at a time. RBHA is committed to providing behavioral health services to all Richmond residents regardless of race, color, gender, age, religion, disability, or national origin. Services are provided directly by RBHA staff and through contracts with private providers in the community. Funding is received through fees from consumers, the Commonwealth of Virginia, the City of Richmond, and local and state grants.

Starting Salary Range: $25.75 (6.25 % diff included)

EOE Statement: Richmond Behavioral Health Authority provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This position is currently accepting applications.

Richmond Behavioral Health Authority