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Munson Healthcare
SIGN-ON BONUS - Behavioral Health Technician - NIGHTS
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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.
$34,454 / year median in Michigan
+17% projected growth
Job Description
Company DescriptionMake a Real Difference as a Behavioral Health Technician Do you love working with people and want to make a meaningful impact? Join Munson Healthcare as a Behavioral Health Technician and help support individuals on their journey to wellness. In this essential role, you'll provide direct care and emotional support to patients in a therapeutic behavioral health setting. Similar to a nursing assistant, you'll help ensure a safe, comforting environment where patients feel supported and respected. Job DescriptionProvides direct care to patients in a manner that considers safety, comfort in the behavioral health therapeutic environment. Builds healthy, supportive patient relationships and practices effective interpersonal skills at all times. Completes clinical reports and documentation in a professional and timely manner.
QualificationsHigh school diploma or GED required Associate's degree or two years of college preferredNurse Aide experience with preference for experience as a Mental Health Technician on an inpatient psychiatric unit or previous psychiatric unitPossess or obtain CPR/AED certification within 60 days of hire Additional InformationCare for your community. Grow your career. Start making a difference today. Munson Healthcare requires all employees be vaccinated or have lab confirmed immunity for Measles, Mumps, Rubella and Varicella. MHC also requires all employees to receive a flu vaccine during the flu season in the year that they are hired and annually thereafter, or receive an approved medical or religious exemption.
QualificationsHigh school diploma or GED required Associate's degree or two years of college preferredNurse Aide experience with preference for experience as a Mental Health Technician on an inpatient psychiatric unit or previous psychiatric unitPossess or obtain CPR/AED certification within 60 days of hire Additional InformationCare for your community. Grow your career. Start making a difference today. Munson Healthcare requires all employees be vaccinated or have lab confirmed immunity for Measles, Mumps, Rubella and Varicella. MHC also requires all employees to receive a flu vaccine during the flu season in the year that they are hired and annually thereafter, or receive an approved medical or religious exemption.