Mental Health Technician
2 weeks ago
Mental Health Technician - ACUTE
(7AM-7PM)
Newport News Behavioral Health Center is a 108 bed intensive and highly structured residential treatment for psychiatric and behavioral health needs of adolescent males and females ages 11-18yrs. Newport News has an on-site certified school, therapists, and vocational programming. Newport News, VA is a beautiful seaside city, rich in maritime history and conveniently located to DC and other major North Eastern cities.
Job Summary
Responsible as a member of the acute team to observe and report physical and behavioral symptoms under the supervision of the Registered Nurse. The Mental Health Technician (MHT) is an active participant in the implementation of physical care and therapeutic activities. Assists in planning and implementing treatment programs for patients and implements functional behavioral assessment/behavior intervention plans.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
- Serves as a role model to staff and patients in dress and demeanor.
- Excercises appropriate interventions under the direction of the Physician, Director of Nursing, Acute Nurse Manager and/or Registered Nurse.
- Performs proper Handle with Care techniques, demonstrating knowledge of resident and staff safety.
- Exhibits excellent verbal de-escalation skills.
- Excercises appropriate interventions under the direction of the Program Coordinator, Program Manager and/or Nurse.
- Provides appropriate crisis intervention strategies by anticipating and responding quickly to escalating behaviors, utilizing de-escalation techniques to diffuse the situation, correctly prioritizing safety concerns, following proper restraint technique guidelines.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Challenging and rewarding work environment
- Competitive Compensation Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Plan
- Generous Paid Time Off 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
- Career development opportunities within UHS and its Subsidiaries
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
Must be at least 21 years of age. Must have one of the following:
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited program in an area of human services, which includes, but may not be limited to the following: psychology, sociology, political science, counseling, criminal justice, pastoral counseling, elementary/special education, or family therapy.
- High school diploma or General Education Development (GED) equivalent. PLUS a minimum of 2 years of experience (paid or unpaid) in a human service field. This experience must involve direct contact with the individual receiving services (i.e. coaching, teaching, case management, etc.).
EEO Statement
All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.
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