Role OverviewAs a Mental Health Technician/CNA, you will provide basic patient care and support to patients, their families, and make decisions that impact the lives of your peers, patients, and community. You will work directly with patients to assist with daily activities, monitor their well-being, and help maintain a clean and safe care environment.
What You Will Do
Conduct patient observation and rounds, assist staff with patient care, obtain and document vital signs, observe and monitor patient's progress, develop a therapeutic relationship with patients, and assist with transfers, ambulation, and other mobility needs.
Why It Might Be a Fit
You will work collaboratively with the Interdisciplinary Team, have the opportunity to develop a therapeutic relationship with patients, and make decisions that impact the lives of your peers, patients, and community.
Requirements
- High School Diploma
- Current Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification
- Previous PCT/PCA, CNA or Medical Assistant experience working with geriatric or behavioral health patients
- Experience working with patients experiencing dementia, cognitive impairment, behavioral changes, or emotional distress
- Effective oral and written communication skills
- Ability to develop a therapeutic relationship while maintaining professional boundaries
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision
- 401(k) match
- Employer paid short term disability (STD)
- Employer paid life and AD&D Insurance
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Flexible Spending Account
- Tuition Reimbursement
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