Mental Health Tech

Summary

Job Description:

Mental Health Tech (Hospital) 

Part-Time,3rd Shift  

BHCOR-CorTrillium CenterICorbin, KY 

The Behavioral Health Intake Departmentis located in the ED but staffed with Behavioral Health Nurses. The Intake Department assesses all patients that present forpossible admission to one of the Behavioral Health units. The Intake nurses are competent in psychiatric assessment skills and work closely with the Psychiatrist todetermine disposition for each patient.   

The Mental Health Tech performs clerical and receptionist duties for the nursing unit under the supervision of aregistered nurse. The Mental Health Technician alsoassists with basic patient care duties anddemonstratesawareness of the psychosocial aspects involved in patient care. Under direction of the RN/LPN the Mental HealthTechassists and provides group therapy sessions and activity assessments to enable patients with physical,emotional, mental, or social disabilities toacquirean appropriate social/leisure lifestyle, promote independentfunctioning andenhancingoptimal health and wellbeing. 

Description: 

• Assist patients withactivities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, feeding, toileting, repositioning, and mobility.  

• Monitor and document vital signs, weights, intake/output, and changes in patient condition.  

• Provide compassionate care, promote patient dignity, and support patients and families, including end-of-life care.  

• Communicate effectively with nurses, patients, families, and team members to ensure continuity of care.  

• Assist with restorative care activities, ambulation,range-of-motion exercises, and use of assistive devices.  

• Maintain accurate records, perform clerical duties, coordinate patient services, and manage unit supplies.  

• Follow all safety, infection prevention, emergency preparedness, and hospital policies and procedures.  

• Participate in required training, team meetings, and quality improvement initiatives. 

• Provide excellent customer service and contribute to a positive, collaborative team environment. 

Requirements: 

• High School diploma or GEDrequired, plus either one year of healthcare-related experience or completion of at least 30 college credit hours.  

• BLS certificationrequired within30 days of hire.  

• CNA Patient Deterioration Trainingrequired within30 days of hire.  

• Aegis Trainingrequired withindesignated post-hiretimeframe. 

Benefits: 

• Health, Vision, Dental and Pet Insurance 

• Tuition Reimbursement up to $6,000 annually  

• Company paid Maternity and Paternity Leave  

• Bereavement Leave (includes pets)  

• PTO Sell Back Program  

• Compassionate Leave Sharing Program (PTO Donation) 

• Employee Support Fund, for employees in need of emergency financial support  

• Retirement with Company Match 

• Identity Theft Protection 

• 5 days of Paid Time Off available upon hire 

If you would like to be part of a growing family focused on supporting clinical excellence, teamwork and innovation, we urge you to apply now!

Baptist Health is anEqual Employment Opportunity employer.