Mental Health Technician

Found in: Lensa US P 2 C2 - 2 weeks ago

Malvern, United States Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health Full time

Description:

Do you have a desire to make a difference in the lives of children & youth? Are you interested in working in a clinically based environment and gaining knowledge/experience with children in the field of psychiatric and mental health services?

At Devereux, as a Mental Health Technician you will impact the individuals you are working with by unlocking their full potential on a daily basis by developing independent living skill and social skills to improve interactions in their daily lives.

Being Mental Health Technician (MHT) has its Advantages

As a Mental Health Technician at Devereux Childrens Behavioral Health Center (DCBHC) Inpatient Psychiatric Hospital you will work with other dedicated professionals who share your passion for helping individuals in need. We offer an environment that is supportive, educational and clinically focused. Devereux Childrens Behavioral Health Center (DCBHC) provides programs and services for children and adolescents who are experiencing an acute psychiatric crisis within a safe and compassionate inpatient environment. Located in Malvern, PA this position is responsible for establishing and maintaining a therapeutic rapport with adolescents while assisting, supporting and instructing individuals in self-help, coping skills and positive behavioral interventions outlined in a clinical treatment plan.

Every day as a Mental Health Technician (MHT) you will

  • Ensure the individuals you are working with are safe.
  • Engage in daily activities such as Recreational and Social Activities that enhance social skill development.
  • Address and redirect inappropriate behavior of individuals you are working with.
  • Implement treatment plan goals and objectives.

You will be offered:

  • Opportunities to learn and grow in the behavioral health and human services fields.
  • Specialized training opportunities including PBIS, ABA, TIC, Safe and Positive Approaches, DBT and IEP.
  • Opportunities to teach youth valuable life skills and be a positive role model.
  • Quality Low-Cost Benefits, student loan debt assistance and 30-day benefit eligibility waiting period.
  • ASCEND- Career Accelerator Program
  • Available Shifts: 3pm-11:30pm must be available every other weekend.

Payrates: FT rates of $17.00 an hour to $19.38 an hour (dependent upon education and experience)

Sign On Bonus: FT=$1,000 (for external applicants only)

*Part Time staff are scheduled based on their availability and the need of the program.

Devereux Pennsylvania Childrens Services (DPACS) center serves children, adolescents and young adults with autism spectrum disorders, intellectual and developmental disabilities, behavioral, emotional and psychiatric challenges and disorders. Located in West Chester and Malvern Pennsylvania, services provided include psychiatric residential treatment (PRTF), residential treatment (RTF), acute inpatient psychiatric hospital (AIP), assessment services, community-based mental health services, community-based employment training and social skills training, and approved private school educational services to male and female children and adolescents (6-21 years of age) with diagnoses of intellectual disabilities, autism spectrum disorders, concomitant psychiatric and behavioral challenges often associated with experiencing some level of trauma in their lives.

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Qualifications:

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: High school diploma and two years direct care experience or a Bachelors degree from an accredited college with at least twelve credit hours in a human services discipline to include but not limited to psychology, sociology, social work, education, pastoral counseling, political science, heath, recreation, criminal justice, counseling.

The IDEAL candidate will... Be empathetic, a team player, have excellent written and verbal communication skills, energetic, creative, understand the theories of behavior management and positive reinforcement, and represent yourself as a positive role model. Additionally, you must be able to complete required new hire orientation class, have a strong passion for working with and helping children and adolescents with special needs and must maintain a valid drivers license

Physical Requirements: Significant amounts of walking, sitting, and standing. Some lifting and/or managing resistance required related to applying physical intervention techniques upwards of 75-100 lbs. or more. Some repetitive wrist/hand movements, normal hearing and vision. Occasional use of computers and office equipment. Occasional driving of Devereux vehicles for business purposes. Ability to meet 100% mastery of Safe and Positive Approaches.

Work Environment: Regularly works inside areas that are adequately lighted and ventilated. Some fluctuations in temperature. Use of Protective equipment such as latex gloves, facial mask protective eyewear, and gown. Possible exposure to blood-borne pathogens. Some degree of physical involvement in exercise of Safe and Positive Approaches.

Devereux has a zero-tolerance policy for abuse and maintains policies and procedures to systematically reduce the risk of abuse to occur in our organization. Devereux fosters a culture of reporting abuse, and will cooperate with the authorities to the fullest extent possible.

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