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.
Adult Crisis Stabilization Unit View Point Health is a partner with DBHDD that provides individual and group counseling, medication management, recovery and crisis stabilization services for behavioral health and developmental disabilities. We serve adult clients with psychiatric crisis intervention and stabilization services as well as substance use disorder. We offer a multidisciplinary approach to treatment services. Our recovery approach is with Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), mental health clinical support services, substance use support and medication management. Our goal is to provide person-centered care and utilize a trauma-informed approach to our client and their treatment. A Crisis Stabilization Unit (CSU) operates 24 hours/7 days a week (including weekends and holidays) to provide a safe and structured environment for clients experiencing a mental health crisis. The services are like residential treatment but provide a higher level of care due to our acuity of the clients who are in crisis. Our units operate much like a psychiatric hospital. A client typically stays at the CSU about 5 - 7 days to ensure he/she is stable from the prompting event of their crisis prior to discharge. Clients do not leave the facility during their stay with us. Additionally, we offer a Temporary Observation Unit (TOU) at the Adult Crisis Stabilization Unit. In our TOU area, we provided evaluation services within a 23-hour period to determine whether an admission to the Crisis Stabilization Unit or inpatient psychiatric facility is needed or if the client would be able to be stabilized with more intensive outpatient (rather than inpatient/hospital) service setting. During time on TOU a client may or may not be on an involuntary status and will be assessed by a nurse, physician, and clinician. A paraprofessional and CPS may also provide services during this time to assess the clients' overall needs and level of care. In addition to the initial assessment, clinicians may also provide crisis intervention services, individual and family counseling services as well as case management to assist in determining client plan at end of their 23 hours stay.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Monitors general client activity to observe and report behavior/progress of clients admitted to a community residential crisis stabilization center for treatment of acute mental illness or behavioral health disorders. Maintains awareness of clients' behavior and physical whereabouts to ensure their safety. Observes and becomes familiar with each client's behavior and disability. Monitors clients for detection of any behavior which could be injurious to self or others, or which is so unusual or atypical that immediate attention of nursing staff is warranted. When necessary for the physical safety of the client, use the least restrictive, agency-approved behavioral or physical intervention technique appropriate for the situation. Secures assistance from and/or helps other staff in handling acute behavioral crisis situations. Provides personal care and basic nursing procedures to clients, including feeding, personal hygiene and grooming as necessary. Uses all appropriate infection control and other safety measures. Follows established procedures for clients on special precautions, such as suicidal watch, close observation, escape precautions, seclusion and/or restraints. Interacts with clients positively and respectfully. Maintains clean and organized conditions to assure a safe, secure, and attractive environment for clients and staff. Provides instruction and support to each client in maintaining his/her personal living space in a clean and orderly manner. Assists in serving meals. Assist with laundry. Obtains vital signs. Records clearly, concisely, and accurately all client care data and other documentation in medical records according to agency protocols. Assembles new chart packets. Provide transportation of clients when needed. Assists with completion of daily census records. Helps with admission intake process. Conducts skills groups, recreational activity groups and community meetings with clients. Other duties as assigned.
Individual Duties & Responsibilities :
Assist with the facilitation of DBT skills groups for the appropriate number of times per week. Facilitate Activity groups for the appropriate number of times per week. Monitor clients during Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner Complete admissions process for new arrivals. Prepare clients' belongings upon discharge. Monitor and assist clients during the hygiene routine. Assist clients with scheduled phone calls. Document those phone calls. Conduct safety checks for new admissions as well as current clients if necessary. Assist with manual holds/restraints. Monitor and assist during unit visitation. Organize the unit. Conduct room sweeps for contraband or dangerous items. Complete daily client observations sheets for assigned client/s. Monitor group for appropriate client behaviors. Assist with "Receive and Evaluate" clients. Complete the daily 24-hour report to document the client's behaviors during the shift. Sit with 1:1 client all day and ensure that they are never more than an arms-length away or without supervision. Transport clients if needed. Attend mandatory monthly meetings. Attend Required Trainings for professional development. Additional duties as assigned by supervisor. All applicants must be capable of implementing all the physical behavior management/ manual techniques (CPI or MANDT) for employment. Additional Duties (Team Lead) Assists with the planning and implementation of activity services for assigned programs. Collaborates as part of the treatment to define and implement patient treatment goals. Provides continuous care, observation, interaction, and role modeling to patients under the supervision of the Supervisor and Nurse Manager. Plays a critical role in training and mentoring Mental Health Technicians. Complete assigned lead duties to ensure the functionality and overall flow of the unit. These tasks could include completing assignment sheets, ensuring tasks are completed on the shift by staff, delegating tasks during times of a crisis, rough draft of monthly schedules, etc.
Minimum Qualifications:
High School Diploma or GED AND one (1) year experience in a related field; or one (1) year of experience at the lower-level Health Aide 2 (HCS021) or position equivalent.
Preferred Qualifications:
At least six months of experience in a related field Experience working with adults in an inpatient facility. Experience and/or knowledge of DBT is preferred. Experience of at least one year working with Dual Diagnosed (Substance Abuse/Mental Health) and or residential setting. Interventions, Diagnosing, Treatment Plans. Experience with Care Logic or other EMR. Is comfortable and proficient with collaborative & concurrent documentation. Experience in trauma-informed care, or trauma related interventions and skills.
Requirements/Competencies:
Must be able to lift 20 pounds. Requires long periods of sitting/standing. Must have valid Georgia driver's license and Motor Vehicle Record in accordance with company policy. Candidates for selection must pass a criminal background check (including fingerprinting). Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and subject to random drug screens. Any combination of training and experience, which would have enabled the applicant to acquire the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities
Note:
Some positions may require a valid driver's license. Benefits (for qualified employees): State Health Benefits Package (medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, long-term care, legal services, flexible spending accounts) Paid New Hire Training Company contributes additional 7.5% of salary to 401(a) Retirement Plan No employee deduction for Social Security Additional benefits such as legal services, Employee Assistance Program and discounted tickets to attractions, shopping, technology and travel Supervision, training, and continuing education opportunities available View Point Health is an
Equal Opportunity Employer:
View Point Health recruits qualified candidates for positions in View Point Health programs throughout its service area. It is the policy of View Point Health to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination or harassment of any type without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
