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Decatur Manor Healthcare LLC
Mental Health Professional (MHP) FT Day Shift
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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.
$37,123 / year median in Illinois
+10% projected growth
Job Description
MENTAL HEALTH PROFESSIONALS
(MHP), Decatur Manor Healthcare, Decatur, IL. Evening Shift (3p-11p) and Nights (11p-3p)PLEASE READ EDUCATIONAL AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS BEFORE APPLYING
as this is NOT a Nursing, CNA or DSP position Requirements of the Mental Health Professional (MHP): B.A. in Psychology or other Human Services major or, Five (5) years of prior experience with individuals with psychiatric disorders not developmental disorders , and working under supervision of a Qualified Mental Health Professional or other Social Service Professional - NOT NURSING Organizational and time management skills Analytical, assessment and active listening skills NEW Rates are $20-24 per hour depending on benefits selected. Decatur Manor Healthcare, a Specialized Mental Health Rehabilitation Facility (SMHRF) in Decatur, IL, has Immediate Openings for a Mental Health Professional (MHP). These openings are for Full-Time. If you take pride in your skills, your compassion for those with mental illness, and strong work ethic, you seek to expand your professional abilities and knowledge in the mental health care industry, and you seek individual professional development, we want you on our team. Submit your resume today! Mental Health Professionals (MHPs) work in conjunction with the Program Director, offering psycho-social support to residents. Responsibilities of the Mental Health Professional (MHP): Collaborate with clinical team to create treatment plans Implement therapeutic plans and activities in a compassionate and caring manner Recognize, note and inform team when a resident is not at base line Lead groups and hold one-on-one sessions Crisis management and intervention Carry a caseload of 30-40 individuals Complete all necessary documentationWe Offer You:
Full Benefit Package including a choice of several health insurance plans 401(k) with company match Voluntary Dental, Vision, Disability and Life Insurance Paid time off Teladoc for Immediate Care (when enrolled in a health plan) Health Savings Account (HSA) Opportunity for advancement Decatur Manor Healthcare is a 24/7 Intermediate Care facility for adults with chronic psychiatric disorders. We provide crisis intervention, assessment and admission services. To learn more about our facility, visit our website at www.decaturmanor.com . IND5Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Plans
- Professional Development
- Health Insurance