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Mental Health Technician - Central State Hospital
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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.
$34,075 / year median in Kentucky
+26% projected growth
Job Description
Central State Hospital is looking to fill full-time MHT positions for the 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM shift and 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM. Three 12-hour shifts/week Every other weekend off (Additional $1.00 on weekends) Base pay starting at $15.90 per hour Shift differential (10% hourly wage increase from 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM and 12% hourly wage increase from 11:00 PM to 7:00 AM) On-the-job training Experience is a plus, but not required (Ask us about Part-time positions)
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
The Mental Health Technician provides basic ADL care and safety monitoring according to plan for individual age, gender, and cultural specific needs. Measures vital signs, height, weight, intake and output, accurately uses equipment, escorts and transports patients, carries out treatment plans for patients, utilizes therapeutic communication, and works within hospital and departmental standards of practice and care. The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. Incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. The position is a continuous job posting.
REQUIRED
High school diploma or GED equivalency Valid driver's license #IND #
LI-VCT Time Type:
Full time