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Mental Health Technician (MHT)

Quick overview

Provide continuous care, supervision, and positive role modeling for a diverse patient population under the guidance of a Registered Nurse. Responsibilities include recording vital signs, employing crisis-intervention techniques, and maintaining a safe therapeutic environment.

Requirements summary

Requires a High School degree or equivalent and a Certified Nursing or NAR certification. A degree in social work, psychology, or human services and one year of related psychiatric experience are preferred.

high schoolprofessional certificatebachelor degreePatient CareVital Signs RecordingCrisis InterventionPatient SupervisionGroup FacilitationTherapeutic InterventionsMental Health SupportPatient Hygiene AssistancePsychiatric CareCPI Techniques

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location

Smokey
Point
Behavioral
Hospital -
Marysville,
WA 98271Position
Type:
Full-Time/Part-TimeEducation
Level:
Not
SpecifiedSalary
Range: $19.00 - $23.00
HourlyJob
Shift:
AnyJob
Category: Health CareJOIN OUR TEAM AS A MENTAL HEALTH TECHNICIAN (MHT)! Shift differentials ($$) are available for weekday overnights and weekend days/overnights! Your Work Matters How will you make a difference? Are you an empathetic and dedicated professional seeking to positively impact the mental well-being of individuals? Your opportunity awaits at Smokey Point Behavioral Hospital! As a Mental Health Technician (MHT), you'll be an integral part of our treatment team, providing continuous care, supervision, and positive role modeling to patients across various age groups from adolescents to geriatrics. Working under the guidance of a Registered Nurse, you'll contribute to creating a therapeutic environment that fosters patient support and well-being. If you are passionate about mental health care and ready to make a meaningful difference in patients' lives, join us at Smokey Point Behavioral Hospital. Be a crucial component of our dynamic and compassionate healthcare team, where your dedication as a Mental Health Technician (MHT) will positively impact the overall treatment experience for our diverse patient population. Accurately record vital signs Exercise judgment in patient interactions and report changes to the RN Follow therapeutic interventions outlined by the treatment team and provide information for development and revision Employ crisis-intervention techniques, conduct MHT-led groups, and use facility-approved CPI techniques Assist patients through discharge, guide in adjusting to life changes, and help with personal hygiene Comply with policies for a safe, clean, and therapeutic environment, practicing universal precautions and responding to patient care priorities.
Your
Experience
Matters
What we’re looking for:
Education: High School Degree or equivalent preferred; Certified Nursing or NAR required; Degree from an accredited college or university in social work, recreational therapy, psychology, human services, or appropriate therapeutic discipline preferred. Agency Affiliated Counselor registration in the state of Washington is preferred.

Experience

One year of related experience, with a knowledge of psychiatric patient care techniques, and an understanding of mental illness, is preferred.

Benefits

Paid Holidays
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Paid time off
Employee assistance program
Free parking
Employee recognition program
Employee engagement events
401(k) + matching
100% company-paid long-term disability insurance
100% company-paid life insurance coverage
Cafeteria on site + one free meal per day

This is a full-time role, and the expected compensation range is $19.00 - $23.00 hourly + shift differentials are available for weekday overnights and weekend days/overnights! We’re eager to engage with all qualified candidates, and consideration will be provided based on experience and skill level. Join us as our Mental Health Technician! QualificationsGet to know us Outstanding Care, Compassionate People, Unparalleled Service Welcome to Smokey Point Behavioral Hospital (SPBH), a premier healthcare provider in Marysville, WA, setting the gold standard for excellence in mental health and addiction treatment support. Located in Marysville, WA, SPBH offers a full continuum of care, including inpatient and outpatient psychiatric services and specialized, evidence-based programs for all patients, regardless of their ability to pay. At SPBH, the community is an integral part of our team, fostering collaboration to build an efficient, comprehensive, and seamless continuum of care. We take pride in offering dynamic, challenging, and highly rewarding positions. You'll have the opportunity to work closely with a team of experts, ensuring our patients receive personalized services that guide them toward achieving their treatment goals. Join us in providing exceptional care and contributing to the well-being of individuals and families in need, and be a part of the transformative healthcare experience at Smokey Point Behavioral Hospital.
To learn more about
SPBH, visit us at: https://www.smokeypointbehavioralhospital.com/ TOGETHER WE CAN MAKE POSITIVE I.M.P.A.C.T.S. Individuals Maintaining Positive Attitude and Commitment To Service ____________________________________________________________ At Smokey Point Behavioral Hospital, we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and provide equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, political affiliation, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities

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