Mental Health Technician - Nights

Job description

Responsibilities

The Night Shift Mental Health Technician: observes, escorts, and monitors patients reports observations to the Registered Nurse provides basic nursing care under the direction of the Registered Nurse assists patients with activities of daily living; assists in the maintenance of a safe, secure, and clean environment engages patients in positive role models recovery-oriented behaviors Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent

• Knowledge of behavior management strategies required to provide care for persons with psychiatric and/or substance use disorders knowledge of approved techniques to assist patients with ambulation and self-care preferred
• Must be able to read, understand, and follow policies, procedures, and written treatment plans.

Must have current AHA BLS CPR within 30 days of hire