Mental Health Technician 16/hr Weekend Package - General Adult Unit

Site: The McLean Hospital Corporation

 

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Job Summary

McLean SouthEast (MSE) is a generalized inpatient psychiatric unit with a primary focus on the treatment of depression and anxiety though we also care for patients with a wide range of psychiatric disorders; including OCD, bipolar disorder, personality disorders and co-occurring substance use disorders. Our team provides patient-centered care through therapeutic engagement, medication management, and behavioral interventions in a supportive, team-based environment.

This is a weekend part-time Night shift position - 8/hr Night shifts every Friday and Saturday on the General Adult Unit. Shift starts at 11pm.

Must be able to work 40/hrs on the day shift for the first week for training and orientation.

Summary:
Responsible for providing direct care to patients with psychiatric disorder; to ensure the safety and well-being of patients; to support the maintenance of therapeutic milieu.

Does this position require Patient Care?
Yes

Essential Functions:
Assist with care and treatment of psychiatric, drug and alcohol patients.
-Advocate for patients who may be vulnerable or need additional support.
-Parent/Family counseling, including Parent Management Training and Family Systems interventions
-Adheres to guidelines for patients on special status (i.e. suicide, sexual abuse or AWOL precautions).
-Provides accurate information on shift-to-shift report and remains on the unit while incoming shift is in report.
-Thinks and act quickly and efficiently in emergencies.
-Displays professional boundaries in relationships with patients at all times.
-Complete and file all documentation as required in a timely manner.

 

Education High School Diploma or Equivalent required Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No Licenses and Credentials Basic Life Support [BLS Certification] - Data Conversion - Various Issuers preferred Nursing Assistant [LNA - New Hampshire] - New Hampshire Board of Nursing preferred Experience related experience 0-1 year preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Ability to work well collaboratively and independently. - Ability to operate within Electronic Health Records (EHR) system. - Ability to manage multiple, competing priorities successfully. - Basic computer skills. - Ability to work effectively with patients, other members of the Health Care Team, facility personnel, and families/supportive others. - Ability to give full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times. - Successful completion of CPI training is required within 30 days of hire.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Physical Requirements

Standing Frequently (34-66%)

Walking Frequently (34-66%)

Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)

Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)

Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs

Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)

Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)

Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)

Balancing Frequently (34-66%)

Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)

Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)

Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)

Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)

Reaching Frequently (34-66%)

Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)

Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)

Feeling Constantly (67-100%)

Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)

Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)

Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)

Talking Constantly (67-100%)

Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

 

Onsite

 

23 Isaac Street

 

16

 

Regular

 

Night (United States of America)

 

Pay Range

$22.28 - $29.79/Hourly

Grade

4

 

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