Mental Health Technician (MHT) - Adolescent Psy 1

Job Description

Responsibilities

Valle Vista Health System (a UHS facility) :

Valle Vista Health System is a -bed, acute care psychiatric hospital located in Greenwood, IN. Valle Vista Health System features individual units for adolescents and adults, and offers inpatient acute care, and variety of outpatient services at multiple locations.

On average, over , patients receive care from our compassionate health care team each year at Valle Vista Health System.

Valle Vista Health System is proud to be a teaching facility that supports local nursing students and other behavioral health professionals.

Position Summary :

Mental Health Technicians provide direct care and supervision for residents, assure residents are kept safe, learn and practice appropriate hygiene and self-help skills, and are aware of rules and expectations.

Act as a role model for residents, demonstrating effective problem solving and decision-making skills. Assist in providing recreational and therapeutic activities for the residents, transporting residents to and from medical appointments, and assuring scheduled programming is carried out.

Perform duties as assigned in accordance with the ANA Standards of Practice for Psychiatric Mental Health Care, and facility mission, values, policies, and behavioral standards.

Mental Health Technicians report to the Unit Coordinator under the direction of the Chief Nursing Officer.

Work Location : East Main Street, Greenwood, IN , 8

Qualifications

REQUIREMENTS :

Education : High school diploma or equivalent required. Bachelor's Degree in Psychology or related field preferred.

Experience : Six months to one year of experience working with a psychiatric in-patient population preferred.

Additional Requirements : Must be at least years of age.

Work Hours : Evening Shift 3 : pm- : pm, rotating weekends

Unit : Adolescent Psychiatric 1 - Youth Unit

WHAT DO OUR CURRENT EMPLOYEES VALUE AT VALLE VISTA HEALTH SYSTEM AND UHS?

A safe and supportive environment that puts patient care first and values the nursing profession. One of the most rewarding aspects of working as a Mental Health Technician is providing excellent care, comfort, and security to the patients and families you treat, at their most vulnerable times.

You are never alone, as you are part of a large, nationwide network of peer nursing leaders that educate the field, routinely exchange ideas, and review current topics within the industry.

We want to help you succeed and grow in your profession and enjoy a sense of belonging and trust that comes through your expanding experience.

At UHS, we are a System of Care, and you have a voice.

BENEFIT HIGHLIGHTS :

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its Subsidiaries
• Competitive Compensation
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan

K) with company match and discounted stock plan

• Generous Paid Time Off
• Free Basic Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement Available - qualifications apply
• Student Loan Forgiveness Program Available - qualifications apply

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