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Gulf Coast JFCS
Mental Health Technician- Full Time - Various Shifts Available
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What they do
A Mental Health or Psychiatric Technician cares for patients with mental illnesses. Works under the direction of a physician and works with specialists involved in mental health care, such as psychiatrists and therapists. Monitors patient symptoms and administers medications. Works in a mental health facility or in a hospital or other healthcare facility.
$32,298 / year median in Florida
+8% projected growth
Job Description
We are offering a $500 sign-on bonus to new employees for the Full-Time Mental Health Technician position. Are you excited by the prospect of working for an organization that truly values your contributions, provides opportunities for growth and development, AND gives you a chance to make a difference in the lives of children and families?
WHAT YOU WILL DO
The Mental Health Tech is a non-exempt position responsible for the well-being of all clients at the Level II Residential Treatment Facilities. Ensure client safety and ratio by maintaining an ongoing awareness of client whereabouts. Ensure a safe and therapeutic environment by being a positive role model for the development of socialization and other skills for all residents; respond to emergencies and provide crisis intervention. Assist with meals, including serving meals to ensure appropriate portion sizes, observation of clients at meals and snack times, adhering to any dietary order(s), and completion of the meal board. Observe and record all medications taken by clients and assist the Licensed Practical Nurse in maintaining an organized medication cart. Complete shift report form at the end of every shift, provide verbal report to oncoming staff to ensure continuity of care, and inform treatment team of changes in client behaviors throughout the shift, utilizing on-call procedures as needed. Responsible for ensuring the concise and timely completion of all documentation and administrative tasks, including but not limited to maintaining client charts, answering phones, and relaying messages. Transport clients to scheduled program activities and appointments. Ensure facility schedule is upheld, including facilitating activities and assisting with chores.Perform housekeeping activities as directed:
facility cleaning/sanitation, bed and linen care, light housekeeping functions as designated by the supervisor. If requested, complete Mental Health Technician duties at either Level II Residential Treatment Facility to ensure ratios and staffing are maintained. Participate in the Emergency Preparedness Plan, including working off-site during an evacuation, by actively participating in the RTF Team A and Team B model during hurricane season. Additional compensation and support for employees who contribute during this process will be determined on a case-by-case basis, based on the final post-storm performance evaluation and the program's budget. Perform all other duties as assigned. Monday- Friday, to include weekend shifts, are available.
Schedules are as follows:
7:45 am- 4:15 pm 3:45 pm
- 12:15 am 11:45 pm
- 8:15 am