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.
Atlas Night Team Lead Full-Time Village Behavioral Health is a psychiatric residential treatment center that offers a full spectrum of treatment options for children and adolescents ages 9-17. A uniqueness of Village Behavioral Health is that we use nature as part of our therapeutic process. We are nestled in Louisville, TN right on the Tennessee River spread out over 65 wooded acres.
Benefits:
Huge growth opportunities Competitive hourly rates Free breakfast, lunch and dinner while on shift Handle with Care Training CPR Training Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Paid Holidays Paid Time Off 401(k) Retirement Plan - with company match
Employee Assistance Program/Employee Discount Program Schedule:
7pm-7am
PURPOSE STATEMENT
Responsible for providing personal care services to patients at the facility under the direction of clinical or nursing leadership.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Ensure the well being of patients and provide a positive, supportive and structured environment, under direction of charge nurse or supervisor. Patient safety is addressed through required rounds completed timely. Patient room is clean and uncluttered. Observation may be assigned every 15 minutes, within reach of patient and/or 1:1 patient care. Obtain patient's vital signs, height and weight as assigned. Ensure documentation of information. Identify self to patient and visitors promptly and respond to patient requests quickly. Engage with patient in activities and interactions designed to encourage achievement of treatment goals. Respond to distressed patient in a non-threatening manner and attempt to understand the source of distress. Applies de-escalation techniques to help manage patient's emotions, behavior and participation in treatment and assist with seclusion and restraint when necessary. As part of the multidisciplinary team provide safety and increase coping skills of patient and assist in developing strategies for helping patients to be as independent as possible. Collaborate with other staff in working with the population of the facility to treat, rehabilitate and return patient to the community. Monitor behavioral improvements and reinforce these behaviors. Report changes and responses to treatment by communicating with team. Significant changes are reported to nurse immediately. Reinforce skills patients learn from nurses, physicians, therapist that promote improved physical and mental wellness. Lead or co-lead individual or group sessions as part of specific recreational or therapeutic procedures. May participate in rehabilitation and treatment programs as well as teach strategies to promote patient wellness and independence. May oversee or assist patients with activities of daily living, including toileting, bathing, dressing, grooming, oral hygiene, meals, snacks, hydration and changing bed linens. Deliver care based on the priority of needs and available resources to the specific service population of the facility. May help with admissions and discharges. Assist in providing guidance and direction to other staff members, including training of new staff. May provide transportation for patient or coordinate transportation with appropriate staff member. Quality of work exhibited through accuracy, neatness, and timeliness of work completed. Adherence to work schedule and overall attendance. Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always. When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority.
OTHER FUNCTIONS
Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS
High school diploma or equivalent required. One or more years' experience working with the specific population of the facility preferred. 6 months experience performing the duties of a BHA2 preferred.
LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS
CPR and de-escalation and restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility). First aid may be required based on state or facility requirements. Education Required High School/GED or better Preferred Masters or better Bachelors or better Associates or better
Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
Motivations Preferred Growth Opportunities:
Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility
Job Security:
Inspired to perform well by the knowledge that your job is safe Ability to Make an
Impact:
Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
