Job Summary
Job Description
We are looking for a Mental Health Technician to join our team and work with physicians by monitoring patients' well-being and providing support by creating reports and other documentation. Mental Health Technician responsibilities include observing patients, reporting information about a patient’s mood, and providing transportation to patients as needed. Ultimately, you will work directly with patients throughout the day to supervise and support doctors while patients are in our healthcare facility.
We offer a sign-on bonus.
Responsibilities
- Track any behavioral changes in patients that may be of use to healthcare providers
- Chart patient observations following prescribed procedures and standards
- Participate in the development and implementation of patient treatment programs
- Maintain confidentiality of patient records
- Transport patients to and from appointments, clinics, laboratories, and treatments as needed
- Perform initial patient evaluations to determine treatment priorities, such as taking vital signs, weight, as well as urine, stool, and sputum specimens
Requirements
- Must have a Master’s degree in Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, Mental Health Counseling, or Psychology.
- Must have an active LCSW, LMHC, LMFT, or PsyD license without disciplinary actions
- Must be independently licensed to practice without supervision
- Proven work experience as a Mental Health Technician or similar role
- Ability to remain professional and respectful when assisting stressed patients
- Ability to work flexible hours
Benefits
- Sign-on Bonus
- $80k-$100k per year
- Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
- Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
- Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
- Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
- Training & Development
- Wellness Resources