Mental Health Tech (Per Diem)

Mental Health Tech (Per Diem) Nevada Behavioral Health / NovumHealth Las Vegas, NV Job Details Part-time $18 - $20 an hour 7 hours ago Qualifications Crisis intervention Collaborate with healthcare professionals Record keeping Greeting customers Patient advocacy High school diploma or GED Recreational therapy Care plan development Safe environment creation Human Services Client advocacy in social work Patient progress monitoring Progress documentation Associate's degree Bachelor's degree in human services Interdisciplinary behavioral health coordination Communication skills Entry level Community resource coordination

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Mental Health Technician Schedule:

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UMC's Crisis Stabilization Center, Las Vegas, Nevada - Onsite (This role is not eligible for Remote or Hybrid) What's the role? As a Mental Health Technician at NovumHealth, your primary purpose is to provide compassionate care and support to individuals with mental health disorders. You will play a crucial role in assisting with the implementation of treatment plans, ensuring the safety and well-being of patients, and facilitating therapeutic activities to promote their recovery. What you'll do: Welcome and engage individuals visiting the support center, establishing a trusting and supportive relationship. Provide empathetic and nonjudgmental support to individuals contacting the support center seeking behavioral health assistance. Facilitate therapeutic activities and interventions, such as group discussions, recreational programs, and life skills training. Monitor and document clients' progress, behaviors, and responses to interventions. Collaborate with the treatment team to develop and implement comprehensive support plans. Advocate for clients' rights, needs, and preferences, ensuring a personcentered approach to care. Additional duties as assigned. What you'll bring: Compassionate and empathetic approach in working with individuals with behavioral health needs. Active listening skills and ability to create a safe and nonjudgmental environment. Knowledge of behavioral health conditions, symptoms, and available treatment options. Strong interpersonal skills to establish rapport and build therapeutic relationships. Understanding of crisis intervention techniques and deescalation strategies. Familiarity with community resources and referral systems. Ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to ethical guidelines. Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team. Cultural sensitivity and ability to work with diverse populations. Strong organizational and documentation skills to maintain accurate records and documentation. What you'll need to start: High school diploma or equivalent. Must pass drug screening and background check in order to start employment with Novum Health. Must be willing to receive vaccinations in accordance with hospital and state requirements. What will make you stand out: Associate or bachelor's degree in human services field. Previous work or volunteer experience in a community setting. About Nevada Behavioral Health / NovumHealth Since 2015, NBH Group has managed the mental health and substance abuse services for residents of Nevada. We have created a network of providers who focus on the core principles of recovery: strengths-based, person-centered, individualized treatment and support for people with mental illness and substance use disorders