Mental Health Technician- Behavioral Health
Rome, GA, United States
Job ID: 84341
Job Family: Patient Care Support
Status: Full Time
Shift: Day
Detailed Shift and Schedule: 7a-7p with alternating weekends; 3 days a week
Job Type: Regular
Department Name: 46711110933277-Psychiatry
Overview
The Mental Health Technician, under RN direct supervision, serves as the milieu coordinator. Cares for patients during program hours, monitors specified areas and oversees the daily coordination of patient care duties while maintaining professional boundaries. Provides and maintains a clean, safe, and quiet environment.
Qualifications:
A. Education
1. High school Diploma or GED from an accredited institute
B. Experience
1. Two or more years of related experience preferred
2. Mental Health experience utilizing Trauma Informed philosophy in caring for patients, handling crisis situations in a calm manner and handling significant amounts of confidential patient information
C. Licensure/Certification
1. CPR certified
2. Crisis Prevention Institute Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (CPI) certified
3. CNA license preferred
