Role OverviewAs a Mental Health Technician/CNA, you'll provide basic patient care and support to patients and their families, making decisions that impact their lives. You'll work directly with patients to assist with daily activities, monitor their well-being, and maintain a clean and safe care environment.
What You Will Do
You'll provide direct patient care and support across all inpatient behavioral health units, conduct patient observation and rounds, assist staff with patient care, and obtain and document vital signs for patients.
Why It Might Be a Fit
You'll have the opportunity to work collaboratively with the Interdisciplinary Team, develop a therapeutic relationship with patients, and make decisions that impact the lives of your peers, patients, and community.
Requirements
- High School Diploma
- Minimum of five (5) years of experience of PCT/PCA, CNA or Medical Assistant experience working with geriatric or behavioral health patients required
- Current Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification required
- Experience working with patients experiencing dementia, cognitive impairment, behavioral changes, or emotional distress preferred
- Bachelor's degree in psychology or human services field preferred
- Effective oral and written communication skills; ability to develop a therapeutic relationship while maintaining professional boundaries
- Previous experience in behavioral health or substance inpatient, restraint reduction de-escalation, and crisis intervention is preferred
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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