Mental Health Technician Amber Behavioral Health LLC Port Saint Lucie, FL Job Details Part-time | Full-time 5 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Employee discount Qualifications Vital signs Assisting with ADLs High school diploma or GED Driver's License Direct support Patient interaction Full Job Description Overview Amber Behavioral Health LLC is a 32-bed residential primary mental health treatment center located in Port St Lucie, FL providing treatment and support for mental health disorders. We are looking for experienced Mental Health Technicians to join our Operations Team. We have positions available for the following shifts:

Full-Time OR Part-Time Days:

Sunday- Wednesday (7am- 7pm)

OR Nights:

Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday (7pm-7am) Must be flexible and willing to work weekends

Position Purpose :

The Mental Health Technician is a paraprofessional healthcare employee who provides direct patient care and observation for mental health patients under the direction and supervision of the Operations Supervisor. This is an integral part of the multi-disciplinary team who provides standard and routine non-clinical support services as part of the overall plan of care within the operations standards and policies and procedures of the facility.

Job Qualifications:

2 years' experience in a residential or inpatient mental health treatment program, preferred. Experience with mental health disorders Experience with PTSD care, Trauma care, Veterans, preferred. High School Diploma or GED, required. MUST be verifiable. Valid Driver's License, required. MUST be insurable on company auto policy. Proficient at Microsoft Office365 Suite, preferred. Knowledge of

KIPU EMR

is a plus but will train. MUST be able to pass an AHCA Level II Background screening.

For more information go to:

https://info.flclearinghouse.com CPR/First Aid certification required within 30 days of hire.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

Provides continuous patient care, direct observation/supervision, interaction, and positive role modeling to the patients in a manner that promotes safety and therapeutic treatment. Works with other members of a multi-disciplinary team in facilitating milieu activities such as community meetings, goals, recreational activities as appropriate to the specified patient population. Ability to respond to patients with empathy and with positive interpersonal skills. Recognizes potential escalation of behavior and can use appropriate and effective de-escalation skills. Ability to react calmly and therapeutically in a crisis situation. Knowledge of potential risks and safety precautions in the care of mental health patients including conducting observation checks according to policy and procedure. Reports patient status, issues, concerns, and behavioral changes of the patient to the clinical or nursing team. Serves as a role model providing structure and guidance to patients in positive ways. Exhibits organizational ability, sound judgment and initiative. Interacts positively and effectively with patients, family members and other members of the multidisciplinary team. Attends staff meetings, training, in-service presentations and completes all mandatory education requirements. Provide a daily report on the rounds made that shift, to the Lead BHT and attend report meeting at the end of a shift with nurses and BHT's. Practices and maintains confidentiality of patient information and facility activities, adhering to relevant HIPAA regulations. Work with licensed clinical and medical staff as part of multi-disciplinary team. Observe patient behavior, address any concerns, and report non-compliance of program rules to appropriate party. Observe patients during med pass with nursing staff, ensuring compliance to program rules Leads recreational activities and ensuring safety of patients during these activities. Provide administrative support to clinical staff, i.e., create and update ROIs in KIPU, update emergency contact, obtain signatures for treatment plans, etc. Assists clinical and nursing personnel in providing direct services to assigned population such as: health data collection; observations of behaviors and activities of daily living; activities of daily living including prompting, education, and support. Obtains and records vital signs and may participate in specific treatment interventions such as coping skills, anger management, and other self-regulating behavior. Compliant with assigned schedule and time and attendance policy Performs other duties as assigned or directed. Please NO walk-ins due to facility security measures, and NO phone calls!

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Application Question(s): Are you interested in days or nights? Are you interested in full-time or part-time?

Education:

High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

Inpatient treatment: 1 year (Preferred)

Behavioral or Mental Health:

2 years (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person