Mental Health Technician

2 weeks ago

Saint Helena, California, United States Adventist Health Full time
Job Description

Located in one of the most beautiful regions in the United States, St. Helena Hospital was founded in 1878 and has a rich history of innovative medical care. We are comprised of a 151-bed hospital, emergency department and medical offices with centers of excellence in specialty care, including Adventist Heart and Vascular Institute, Coon Joint Replacement Institute, Martin-O'Neil Cancer Center and Behavioral Health units. In the heart of Napa Valley, St. Helena is a charming place, and the quality of life is unsurpassed with outdoor adventure, rejuvenation at luxurious spas, popular restaurants, as well as perfect weekend getaways to San Francisco or the coast.

Job Summary:

Provides direct and indirect care, under the direction of the registered nurse (RN), for a patient or an assigned group of patients. Meets patient care needs through the use of the nursing process. Cares for patients of different age groups by using age related interventions as assigned by the RN.

Job Requirements:

Education and Work Experience:
  • High School Education/GED or equivalent: Preferred
  • Associate's/Technical Degree or equivalent combination of education/related experience: Preferred
  • Two years' experience in a behavioral healthcare setting: Preferred
Licenses/Certifications:
  • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification: Preferred
  • Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (NCI) certification: Preferred
  • Management of Assaultive Behavior certification: Preferred
Facility Specific License/Certifications:
  • Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) or Techniques for Effective Aggression Management (TEAM): Required
  • Basic Life Support (BLS OR HS-BLS OR RQI BLS) certification: Required
Essential Functions:
  • Implements psychosocial interventions, helps with basic activities of daily living (ADLs) such as bathing, dressing, oral hygiene, ambulating, transferring, elimination needs and therapeutic program participation. Assists in maintaining program function including meal supervision and patient safety checks. Assists in structured therapeutic activities and supportive interactions with patients. Utilizes seclusion and restraint interventions, as needed.
  • Conducts therapeutic interventions with patients exhibiting significant disturbances in emotional, cognitive and physical behaviors. Facilitates or co-facilitates therapeutic group process. Facilitates a variety of therapeutic groups including verbal process, patient education and those encouraging nonverbal means of expression and communication. Interprets patient's behavior or physical symptoms so that abnormal behaviors are recognized and reported to the RN so that interventions may be implemented.
  • Performs data collection and physical examinations for patients and participates with the RN in the planning of care and implementation of interventions. Participates with other team members in developing plans for meeting the daily care needs of patients, as determined by the care plan. Conducts required patient monitoring according to policy. Documents individual patient care information.
  • Supports patient and family through empathetic interaction/education within scope of practice. Identifies and reinforces patient/family teaching plans. Fosters patient participation in the program environment and offers support to patients in coping with an immediate situation.
  • Assists nursing staff in clerical duties. Prepares new charts on admission, fills out routine forms and answers telephones.
  • Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Organizational Requirements:

Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations, including, but not limited to, measles, mumps, flu (based on the seasonal availability of the flu vaccine typically during October-March each year), COVID-19 vaccine (required in CA, HI and OR) etc., as a condition of employment, and annually thereafter. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.

About Us

Adventist Health is a faith-based, nonprofit, integrated health system serving more than 90 communities on the West Coast and Hawaii with over 400 sites of care, including 26 acute care facilities, clinics, home care, and hospice agencies in both rural and urban communities. Our compassionate and talented team of 37,000 includes employees, physicians and volunteers driven in pursuit of one mission: living God's love by inspiring health, wholeness and hope.

  • Cardiovascular Technologist

    2 weeks ago

    Saint Helena, California, United States Stability Direct Full time

    Stability Direct is seeking a Cardiovascular Technologist for a job in Saint Helena, California. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Cardiovascular Technologist Discipline: Allied Health Professional Start Date: ASAP Duration: Ongoing 40 hours per week Shift: 8 hours Employment Type: Staff Stability Direct is pleased to announce that we...

  • CT Technologist

    2 weeks ago

    Saint Helena, California, United States Stability Direct Full time

    Stability Direct is seeking a CT Technologist for a job in Saint Helena, California. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: CT Technologist Discipline: Allied Health Professional Start Date: ASAP Duration: Ongoing 40 hours per week Shift: 8 hours Employment Type: Staff Stability Direct is pleased to announce that we have partnered with an...

  • Travel Surgical Technologist

    2 weeks ago

    Saint Helena, California, United States Aureus Medical Group - Nursing Full time

    Aureus Medical Group - Nursing is seeking a travel Surgical Technologist for a travel job in Saint Helena, California.Job Description & RequirementsSpecialty: Surgical TechnologistDiscipline: Allied Health ProfessionalStart Date: ASAPDuration: 13 weeks36 hours per weekShift: 8 hours, daysEmployment Type: TravelEstimated payment breakdown~$...

  • Mental Health Tech

    4 weeks ago

    Helena, United States The Staff Pad Full time

    The Staff Pad is honored to partner with a non-profit healthcare system in Helena, Montana with superior care and a hometown commitment to be the gold standard for health care in Montana. The Mental Health Technician performs selected patient care activities.  The Mental Health Technician is a member of the multidisciplinary treatment team and provides...

  • Mental Health Tech

    7 days ago

    Helena, United States The Staff Pad Full time

    The Staff Pad is honored to partner with a non-profit healthcare system in Helena, Montana with superior care and a hometown commitment to be the gold standard for health care in Montana. The Mental Health Technician performs selected patient care activities.  The Mental Health Technician is a member of the multidisciplinary treatment team and provides...

  • Mental Health Technician

    4 weeks ago

    Saint Paul, United States Regions Hospital Full time

    Regions Hospital is hiring Mental Health Technicians.  Regions Hospital is the largest provider of inpatient mental health services in the east metro. We treat all mental illnesses in adults at our state-of-the-art facility. This means we can provide comprehensive, personalized care for all our patient’s needs, no matter how complex. Mental Health...

  • Mental Health Technician

    4 weeks ago

    Saint Paul, United States Regions Hospital Full time

    Regions Hospital is hiring Mental Health Technicians.  Regions Hospital is the largest provider of inpatient mental health services in the east metro. We treat all mental illnesses in adults at our state-of-the-art facility. This means we can provide comprehensive, personalized care for all our patient’s needs, no matter how complex. Mental Health...

  • Mental Health Technician

    3 weeks ago

    Saint Paul, United States Regions Hospital Full time

    Regions Hospital is hiring Mental Health Technicians.  Regions Hospital is the largest provider of inpatient mental health services in the east metro. We treat all mental illnesses in adults at our state-of-the-art facility. This means we can provide comprehensive, personalized care for all our patient’s needs, no matter how complex. Mental Health...

  • Mental Health Technician

    4 weeks ago

    Saint Paul, United States Regions Hospital Full time

    Regions Hospital is hiring Mental Health Technicians.  Regions Hospital is the largest provider of inpatient mental health services in the east metro. We treat all mental illnesses in adults at our state-of-the-art facility. This means we can provide comprehensive, personalized care for all our patient’s needs, no matter how complex. Mental Health...

  • Mental Health Technician

    4 weeks ago

    Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States Regions Hospital Full time

    Regions Hospital is hiring Mental Health Technicians. Regions Hospital is the largest provider of inpatient mental health services in the east metro. We treat all mental illnesses in adults at our state-of-the-art facility. This means we can provide comprehensive, personalized care for all our patient's needs, no matter how complex.Mental Health Technicians...

  • Mental Health Technician

    4 weeks ago

    Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States Regions Hospital Full time

    Regions Hospital is hiring Mental Health Technicians. Regions Hospital is the largest provider of inpatient mental health services in the east metro. We treat all mental illnesses in adults at our state-of-the-art facility. This means we can provide comprehensive, personalized care for all our patient's needs, no matter how complex.Mental Health Technicians...

  • Mental Health Technician

    4 weeks ago

    Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States Regions Hospital Full time

    Regions Hospital is hiring Mental Health Technicians. Regions Hospital is the largest provider of inpatient mental health services in the east metro. We treat all mental illnesses in adults at our state-of-the-art facility. This means we can provide comprehensive, personalized care for all our patient's needs, no matter how complex.Mental Health Technicians...

  • Mental Health Technician

    4 weeks ago

    Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States Regions Hospital Full time

    Regions Hospital is hiring Mental Health Technicians. Regions Hospital is the largest provider of inpatient mental health services in the east metro. We treat all mental illnesses in adults at our state-of-the-art facility. This means we can provide comprehensive, personalized care for all our patient's needs, no matter how complex.Mental Health Technicians...

  • Mental Health Technician

    4 weeks ago

    Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States Regions Hospital Full time

    Regions Hospital is hiring Mental Health Technicians. Regions Hospital is the largest provider of inpatient mental health services in the east metro. We treat all mental illnesses in adults at our state-of-the-art facility. This means we can provide comprehensive, personalized care for all our patient's needs, no matter how complex.Mental Health Technicians...

  • Mental Health Technician

    4 weeks ago

    Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States Regions Hospital Full time

    Regions Hospital is hiring Mental Health Technicians. Regions Hospital is the largest provider of inpatient mental health services in the east metro. We treat all mental illnesses in adults at our state-of-the-art facility. This means we can provide comprehensive, personalized care for all our patient's needs, no matter how complex.Mental Health Technicians...

  • Mental Health Technician

    4 weeks ago

    Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States Regions Hospital Full time

    Regions Hospital is hiring Mental Health Technicians. Regions Hospital is the largest provider of inpatient mental health services in the east metro. We treat all mental illnesses in adults at our state-of-the-art facility. This means we can provide comprehensive, personalized care for all our patient's needs, no matter how complex.Mental Health Technicians...

  • Mental Health Technician

    4 weeks ago

    Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States Regions Hospital Full time

    Regions Hospital is hiring Mental Health Technicians. Regions Hospital is the largest provider of inpatient mental health services in the east metro. We treat all mental illnesses in adults at our state-of-the-art facility. This means we can provide comprehensive, personalized care for all our patient's needs, no matter how complex.Mental Health Technicians...

  • Mental Health Technician

    4 weeks ago

    Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States Regions Hospital Full time

    Regions Hospital is hiring Mental Health Technicians. Regions Hospital is the largest provider of inpatient mental health services in the east metro. We treat all mental illnesses in adults at our state-of-the-art facility. This means we can provide comprehensive, personalized care for all our patient's needs, no matter how complex.Mental Health Technicians...

  • Mental Health Technician

    4 weeks ago

    Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States Regions Hospital Full time

    Regions Hospital is hiring Mental Health Technicians. Regions Hospital is the largest provider of inpatient mental health services in the east metro. We treat all mental illnesses in adults at our state-of-the-art facility. This means we can provide comprehensive, personalized care for all our patient's needs, no matter how complex.Mental Health Technicians...

  • Mental Health Technician

    4 weeks ago

    Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States Regions Hospital Full time

    Regions Hospital is hiring Mental Health Technicians. Regions Hospital is the largest provider of inpatient mental health services in the east metro. We treat all mental illnesses in adults at our state-of-the-art facility. This means we can provide comprehensive, personalized care for all our patient's needs, no matter how complex.Mental Health Technicians...

  • Mental Health Technician

    4 weeks ago

    Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States Regions Hospital Full time

    Regions Hospital is hiring Mental Health Technicians. Regions Hospital is the largest provider of inpatient mental health services in the east metro. We treat all mental illnesses in adults at our state-of-the-art facility. This means we can provide comprehensive, personalized care for all our patient's needs, no matter how complex.Mental Health Technicians...

  • Mental Health Therapist

    1 week ago

    Saint Paul, United States Ellie Mental Health - MN Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionAs an Outpatient Therapist at Ellie Mental Health - Virtual Clinic, you'll share our vision for improving and expanding access to quality mental health care and thrive in an environment driven by our core values of authenticity, humor, compassion, creativity, acceptance, and determination.Ellie was proudly founded by...

  • Mental Health Tech

    4 weeks ago

    Helena, United States The Staff Pad Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionThe Staff Pad is honored to partner with a non-profit healthcare system in Helena, Montana with superior care and a hometown commitment to be the gold standard for health care in Montana. The Mental Health Technician performs selected patient care activities. The Mental Health Technician is a member of the multidisciplinary...