Mental Health Technician
- DSP, NA
- part time Inspire Medical Louisville, KY Job Details Part-time $15
- $18 an hour 1 day ago Qualifications Nutrition Food production Behavioral observation Mental health stabilization Food handling Working with individuals with disabilities House cleaning assistance Emotional support for clients Client rapport building Resident personal care assistance Cooking Housekeeping assistance Clinical case management notes Patient safety Emergency response in crisis intervention Assisting with ADLs Records management Healthcare privacy protection Direct support Emotional safety support Medication assistance Psychiatric disorder emergency response Patient progress monitoring Patient interaction Medical assisting Acute care experience 1 year Positive behavior support strategies Patient treatment Managing patient records
Full Job Description Details:
Location:
Louisville, KY 40202 Part Time
- 2-3 days per week with the potential to pick up additional hours
Shifts :
8am-3pm and/or 11pm-8am
Pay :
$15
- 18 depending on experience Overview Join our dedicated team as a part-time Mental Health Technician
- DSP (Direct Support Professional) / NA (Nursing Assistant) and make a meaningful impact on individuals facing mental health challenges.
The environment is a small, residential living program. In this vital role, you will provide compassionate, patient-centered care to support recovery and well-being. Your energetic approach will help create a safe, nurturing environment where clients can thrive. This position offers an exciting opportunity to develop your skills in psychiatric care, addiction, behavior management, and crisis intervention while working alongside a passionate team committed to excellence in behavioral health services. Duties Monitor and observe patients regularly to assess their mental and physical status, ensuring safety and well-being. Assist with daily living activities, including, nutrition, and medication administration under supervision. Implement behavior management techniques to support positive behaviors and de-escalate crises effectively. Document patient observations, medical records, and treatment progress accurately and confidentially. Support psychiatric hospital or acute care team members during patient assessments and interventions. Respond promptly to behavioral or medical emergencies using crisis intervention skills to ensure safety. Engage with individuals with disabilities, addiction recovery or mental health conditions compassionately, fostering trust and cooperation. Advises and consults with on-call staff when appropriate (refer to Clinical and House On-Call protocol). Maintains knowledge of clients' status including appointments, activities, destinations, employment schedule. Tracking departure and/or return times as applicable. Completes shift note on each client noting mental and physical status and participation in program. Monitors status of environment of care and completion of housekeeping duties including food preparation as assigned. Qualifications One year experience in social service or mental health. Ability to handle crisis situations calmly and effectively through crisis intervention techniques. Experience working with individuals with disabilities or mental health conditions is preferred. Strong observational skills for patient monitoring and behavior management. Ability to maintain detailed medical records accurately while respecting confidentiality standards. Certification in medication administration or willingness to obtain relevant credentials is advantageous. Join us in providing exceptional psychiatric patient care by combining your compassion with your enthusiasm for behavioral health! Your dedication will help improve lives every day while developing valuable skills in a supportive environment committed to your growth.
Pay:
$15.00
00 per hour
Work Location:
In person
