Mental Health Technician Jobs

Job Title: IIHS-TL, CST TL, & LCAS Company: Saguaro Management & Accounting Location: Greensboro, NC Description: Please visit www.triumphcares.com for more about open positions & to submit a resume or email Register to View

Job Title: Mental Health Specialist Company: SCAN Health Plan Location: Long Beach, CA Description: To effectively serve referred clients 65 years and older with the provision of comprehensive in-home mental heatlh services in order to improve mental heatlh status, functioning and quality of life. With assigned clients for the Innerlinks Advantage program, conduct assessments, develop treatment plans, provide on-going psychosocial therapy in homes, work with family members and complete all required documentation in a timely manner. Monitor effectiveness of treatment, work toward successful discharge of clients with appropriate aftercare services. Participate in case conference team meetings, communicate regularly with referring care planners and interface with community members regarding client care. Participate in all other meetings, trainings and events required of IAH employees. Possession of a master’s degree in social work or psychology. Eligible with the Board of Behavioral Sciences to become a licensed mental health practitioner. A minimum of one year experience working in a hospital, home health agency, ambulatory clinical care or related setting in which the primary targeted population is the elderly. Experience working in a mental health setting and conducting home visits is preferred. Candidates must be team players, computer literate and possess strong organizational, written and verbal skills. Bilingual in Spanish required. SCAN is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Title: Intensive In-home Services Company: Saguaro Management & Accounting Location: Lumberton, NC Description: Community Innovations, Inc seeks Intensive In-home Services Team Leaders for Robeson and Scotland Counties. This is a Full-time position that encompasses providing intensive in-home services to child & adolescents and their family. Will be responsible for supervising other intensive in-home team members; oversee and manage authorizations, assist with determining medical necessity, assist teams in discharge planning and participate in a multi-regional collaborative as needed to troubleshoot implementation challenges; implement and maintain processes for efficient and sound reporting, filing, and management of service delivery and supervision. Additional duties will be assigned as program needs change. Competitive salary and benefits with a stable, established provider. Send resumes to Register to View

Job Title: Mental Health Technician - Adolescent Unit - Behavioral Health Services - #6654 .5 PTB N/W Company: Community Health Systems Location: Kingston, PA Description: As Northeastern Pennsylvania's leading health care delivery network and Luzerne County's largest employer, Wyoming Valley Health Care System offers a comprehensive array of programs and services. With approximately 3,000 skilled and dedicated employees, the system includes the area's largest acute care hospital, the leading behavioral health hospital, a host of conveniently located oupatient testing centers, trusted home health services and more. The medical staff includes nearly 300 physicians representing more than 40 medical and surgical specialties.Under the administrative and clinical supervision, the Mental Helath Technician maintains a safe and therapeutic environment; provides direct psychosocial and physical nursing care to assigned adult patients, in both individual and group settings; and implements the program schedule according to the patients individual treatment plan; initiates, maintains and terminates therapeutic interactions with patients and family members following the treatment plan guidelines; elicits information at the time of admission from the patient, family members, or other sources about the patients moods, thoughts, behaviors, relationships, and other pertinent information; possesses knowledge of growth and development specific to the patient population; and, understands the range of treatment needed by specific patient population; observes, interprets, and reports changes in the patients moods, thoughts, behaviors, relationships, and responses to planned treatment interventions; provides timely verbal feedback to charge nurses regarding any change in the patients clinical condition; uses therapeutic communication skills including offering support, encouragement, positive reinforcement, clarification, reality orientation, de-escalation, redirection, teaching and problem solving; leads or co-leads structured group activities, as assigned.

Job Title: Mental Health Technician - Non-Profit Org. - Company: Location: Raleigh, NC Description: Raleigh Rescue Mission is seeking an individual to be an on-call "floater" for our Mental Health Stabilization Services team. Our Mental Health Technicians provide care to mentally ill clients and establish a therapeutic relationship with clients. Must be available to fill-in for the following shifts (including holidays) as needed: Sat/Sun 7a-7p; Sat/Sun 7p-7a; Mon-Fri 3p-11p and Mon-Fri 11p-7a. Interested applicants should email resume w/cover letter to Register to View Job Duties & Responsibilities: ? Provides support and guidance in all areas of functional domains as dictated by client needs and treatment plan including: adaptive, communication, personal care, domestic, psychosocial and problem solving to prevent, overcome or manage the client?s level of functioning and enhance the client?s ability to succeed independently in the community. ? Participates in the planning and implementing of individual client treatment plans ? Evaluates, documents and communicates client?s behavior, reaction, appearance, progress and declining condition by preparing documentation and incident reports in a timely manner ? Works with other staff to promote a culture in which each client?s point of view and preferences are recognized, understood, respected and integrated into treatment, rehabilitation and community self-help activities ? Supports progress plan goals ? Maintains professional standards and confidentiality ? Assists in maintaining client?s safety ? Responds to emergencies as appropriate ? Complete any required training within specified timeframes Job Skills & Requirements: ? Associate?s Degree required ? Minimum of 1 year of experience working with acute or chronically mentally ill clients ? Must have one or more of the following: ? Prior work experience as a Mental Health Technician ? Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification with experience working with the mental health population ? Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NCI) certification ? Medical Management Certification ? CPR Certification ? Knowledge of mental health and substance abuse services ? Knowledge of de-escalation, crisis intervention and conflict resolution techniques ? Must have good observation skills in order to recognize and report changes in client?s behavior ? Ability to ? Learn and apply effective mental health techniques for communicating with persons with mental disorders ? Communicate effectively in oral and written form ? Prepare correspondence and other written materials ? Think critically and react quickly in critical situations ? Handle crisis situations and tolerate stressful situations ? Work with a wide variety of people in a diverse population ? Maintain effective working relationships with staff and community agencies ? Display a non-judgmental attitude in assisting clients ? Perceive clients needs, suggest methods to meet needs and assist clients in achieving goals ? Maintain confidentiality ? Recognize and respect limits of authority and responsibility ? Proficiency in computer applications including MS Word, Excel and Outlook

Job Title: Mental Health Technician Company: Psychiatric Solutions Location: Macon, GA Description: Ready to make a DIFFERENCE? As a leader in the rehabilitation, treatment and education for at-risk, troubled and special needs youths, we provide programs and services that enable successful reintegration into the community. It's work with real purpose; it's where YOU make the difference! This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Mental Health Technician. Join the team of Macon Behavioral Health Services, a growing, safe, private, compassionate atmosphere. We are caring in delivering excellent quality care in the treatment and recovery of children/adolescents with psychiatric and/or chemical dependency illnesses. We are conveniently located in Middle Georgia area just south of metro Atlanta and hours from the mountains and beaches along the coast. Our facility is surrounded by several major universities and we are a part of cultural diverse community. The Mental Health Technician assists with the overall therapeutic environment as well as ensuring the safety and welfare of the children and adolescents. This position will be responsible for providing supervision and direction of the youth's daily living activities and duties. Perform direct patient care in residential setting to include supervising clients in treatment, recreation, educational settings, and other activities of daily living. Ability to immediately identify client needs. Implement interventions identified for each client on master treatment plan; establish rapport in an open, trusting, and clinically therapeutic boundary limit. Guard clients against abuse and make proper notification. Perform behavioral interventions according to hospital procedures. Follow all levels of confidentiality and HIPAA guidelines The successful candidate will have 1-5 years of child care experience in a Acute Care or mental health setting which includes working with children and adolescents (male and female) with behavioral/emotional issues and/or learning disabilities. Excellent empathy, communication, documentation and role modeling skills are required. An Associates or Bachelor's Degree in Social Service (Mental health, Psychology, Social Work) or related field is preferred, minimum High School Diploma or equilavent. Positions for the following shifts are available: 5:45am-6;00pm and 5:45pm-6:00am . We are also accepting applications for PRN positions (on an as needed basis). As one of our valued team members, you’ll enjoy competitive compensation and excellent benefits including medical/dental/life; 401(k); voluntary supplemental benefits, employee assistance program, dependent care spending account, tuition reimbursement; employee stock purchase plan; and paid vacation, sick, personal days and holidays. For consideration, please apply on line or send cover letter and resume to Macon Behavioral Health System 3500 Riverside Drive Macon, GA 31210 or fax to Register to View .

Job Title: SJ-MENTAL HEALTH TECHNICIAN I Company: Methodist Hospital System Location: Baytown, TX Description: Mental Health Worker shall systematically and logically assess the functional health patterns, psychosocial, cultural, and spiritual needs of the patient. Participates in daily living routines; guides the patient in establishing and maintaining good health and promoting socially desirable habits regarding personal hygiene, grooming, mealtime behavior, leisure time activities and interaction with peers and staff. Conducts patient contraband searches according to policy and procedure. Encourages, observes and documents patients participation in recreational and daily living activities. Displays ability to recognize deviations in patients condition physically or mentally and reports to Charge Nurse immediately. Works in conjunction with A.T. in providing diversional and treatment activities appropriate to the patients needs and capabilities. High School education, one (1) year college credit in related field and/or one (1) year substantial experience/training (in a hospital setting) with psychiatric and substance abuse patients preferred. Provider Staus in Basic Life Support within 30 days of employment. NVCI certification within 90 days of employment. For all technical support questions related to using Kenexa as you submit your information, Please call the Kenexa Help desk at Register to View (open 24 hours a day, Monday through Friday) or email Technical Support should you have any questions.Please refer to job code 2418082 when responding to this ad.

Job Title: Senior Mental Health Worker - Pa Company: Heartland Alliance Location: Chicago, IL Description: Senior Mental Health Worker - Pathways Home - INTERNAL CANDIDATES ONLYJob Type: Part-TimeLocation: Chicago, ILLast Updated: 01/28/2010Job Description:Senior Mental Health WorkerSalary Schedule and Hiring Range: BU 4 and $28,710 - $31,628Reports to and Evaluated by: Program Manager/SupervisorApproved alternative job titles: Mental Health Intake Coordinator.Summary: This position provides a broad range of comprehensive mental health and addictions services within guidelines established by the Organization and specific programs, based on motivational enhancement strategies, stages of change, reduction of behavior-related harm, and trauma-informed practices. Applies skills and experience to enhance service delivery and program enhancement. Populations served will vary by program but may include people who are homeless, children, adults, families, immigrants, refugees and individuals with serious mental illness, history of trauma, and/or substance use disorders. Individual accountabilities and work volume will be established through the development of annual Success Objectives, within the framework outlined below.Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions..Education and/or Experience: Bachelors Degree and three years of experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.PREFERRED QUALIFICATION: CADC and experience providing rep-payee services preferred..Language Skills: Fluency in a second language may be required. Ability to read and interpret documents such operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization..Other Qualifications: A valid driver's license may be required..Mathematical Skills: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs..Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.Competencies: To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies..Ability to work effectively in a team environment..Ability to work with diverse populations with complex needs..Ability to engage participants without personal bias or judgmental attitude..Excellent problem-solving, resource development and crisis intervention skills.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:.Engages individuals, families and groups in a therapeutic relationship within which mental health and addictions services can be provided;.Completes a comprehensive psycho-social assessment in collaboration with the treatment team with special emphasis on participants' current functioning, strengths, and abilities;.Collaborates with the participant to develop an individualized treatment plan, inclusive of the participant's goals and treatment recommendations which will enhance the participant's quality of life with regard to mental health and substance abuse issues;.Maintains a strong therapeutic alliance with participants through assertive case management, advocacy and resource assistance, including but not limited to medical health needs, housing, vocational services, benefits and entitlements;.Assesses and works to enhance skill-building/development with regard to activities of daily living including but not limited to grocery shopping, money management, hygiene, household resources, etc.;.Provides psycho-social education and support in relation to mental health and/or substance use disorders..Assesses, identifies and responds to emergency or crisis needs of program participants;.Ensures a therapeutic, safe environment for all participants and staff by utilizing de-escalation techniques and violence prevention skills..Works with supervisor to develop new program components such as group activities and service enhancements..Provides individual, family, and group counseling and/or facilitation, as assigned..Provides medication monitoring and training, as assigned..Shares skills, knowledge development and experience with multi-disciplinary treatment team..Completes accurately and in a timely manner all necessary forms, case records and statistical reports in accord with program guidelines and contractual obligations. Submits such documentation to the supervisor/manager within the designated time lines..Meets productivity standards as determined by program and/or contractual requirements..Participates and contributes actively in multi-disciplinary treatment team meetings, regular supervisory and team/unit meetings, in-house and external training sessions, conferences, seminars and independent study..Develops and maintains appropriate relationships with external social service, mental health and addictions service providers..Adheres to professional standards as outlined by governmental bodies, NASW (and/or other appropriate professional associations), private funding sources, Organization plans/policies and program guidelines. Participates in periodic evaluative reviews and/or in-house and external staff training to ensure that he/she understands and continues to adhere to such standards. Initiates requests for assistance from Supervisor to address new issues or complex concepts affecting adherence to professional standards..Other duties may be assigned.Additional Duties and Responsibilities:.Transportation of program participants and/or Organizational property may be required..In residential programs, household maintenance responsibilities may be assigned.Physical Demands and Work Environment: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions..The employee may be required to remain on Organization premises during breaks and/or meal periods and may be required to stay on Organization premises until their replacement arrives..May be required to visit clients in their homes or in institutions..While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear..The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms..The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl..The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.Heartland Alliance makes all hiring and employment decisions without regard to race, creed, color, age, gender, gender identity, marital or parental status, religion, ancestry, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, sexual identity, immigrant status, political affiliation or belief, ex-offender status (depending on the offense and position to be filled), unfavorable military discharge, membership in an organization whose primary purpose is the protection of civil rights or improvement of living conditions and human relations, height, weight, or HIV infection, in accord with the Organization's AIDS Policy Statement of September, 1987. Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodation should contact the Employee Services Office at Register to View .We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

Job Title: Behavioral Health Technician - Company: Location: Pittsburgh, PA Description: Currently hiring full/part time positions working days, evenings or overnights; every other weekend in our local children's group homes. This position will provide behavioral intervention to youth in a residential treatment setting, while helping maintain a safe, therapeutic and academically stimulating child-care environment. This position will include teaching academic, social, and independent living skills to youth ages 10-18. Requirements: Requires excellent interpersonal skills, good communication skills and ability to maintain appropriate level of confidentiality. Must be 21 years of age and with a valid driver's license and good driving record. Excellent no wait benefits: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, flex spending, 401K, and tuition reimbursement. For immediate consideration, apply now.

Job Title: Nurse Licensed Psychiatric Technician Company: Hospital Jobs Online Location: Los Angeles, CA Description: Company: Maxim Staffing Solutions--Nurse Staffing Title: Nurse Licensed Psychiatric Technician JobID: Register to View 2445 City: Los Angeles State: CA Description: We are looking to master book LPTs for LAC-USC Medical Center in Los Angeles. This means you work around your schedule and do not get cancelled! Under the supervision of a registered nurse, the licensed psychiatric technician or psychiatric technician assumes responsibility and accountability for the application of the nursing process and the delivery of patient care. The LPT demonstrates ability to make clinical judgments in an effective and efficient manner with supervision. The LPT demonstrates critical thinking and performance ability in the coordination of patient care. Consistently performs according to established standards and is accountable in managing patient care and assisting others in the management of patient care.Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Manage patient care effectively and safely. Promotes and participates in activities to facilitate good interpersonal relations with patients/family/significant others, hospital healthcare co-workers, physicians, and all facility personnel. Represents Maxim Healthcare Services in the hospital setting in a positive image. Other duties as assigned Minimum Requirements: Current Licensed Psychiatric Technician License for the state in which the technician practices (LPT only). Full command, verbal and written, of the English language. Current PPD or Chest X-Ray per Maxim Policy Current BLS card per Maxim Policy Current Health Certificate (if applicable) Prefer one year of psychiatric acute care hospital experience within the last three years. Successful completion of the Maxim Healthcare screening for the clinical specialty area(s) in which the LPT practices with a score of 80% or greater. Licensed Psychiatric Technician will administer medications in accordance with scope of practice. A Psychiatric Technician who does not possess a license may not administer medications). Must meet all of Maxim's pre-employment screening requirements Physical/Work Environment Requirements: May work at off-site facility/ client site May be exposed to blood-borne pathogens, chemotherapeutic and toxic chemicals Maxim employees are our greatest asset. We offer the following benefits:Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance 401k Program Competitive Pay Flexible Scheduling Direct DepositPositive Work Environment and Internal Bonuses Travel Benefits (as applicable)24 hour on- call serviceSince 1988, Maxim Healthcare Services has become one of the largest employers of clinicians in the nation. At Maxim Staffing Solutions, a division of Maxim Healthcare Services, we're known for our quality of patient care, commitment to employee development and emphasis on customer service. Maxim knows that you deserve great benefits, flexible scheduling and rewarding assignments, so our Healthcare Recruiters will match your skills, experience and schedule in order to find you the best assignments in top medical facilities. Maxim Recruiters are always available to provide you with the assistance you need to get your job done, so call us today; Maxim has a solution for you. EOE/AAE For more information about our job opportunities, please visit our website. http://www.maximstaffing.com