What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mental Health Technician position at Horizon Health?
Mental Health Technician (Nights) – Behavioral Health
Horizon Health, in partnership with Cameron Regional Medical Center, Cameron, MO, is seeking, at our inpatient psychiatric program full time Mental Health Technician for nights.
The Mental Health Technician (MHT) will perform selected patient care activities under the supervision of the Program Director and/or Nurse Manager. Primary duties include observing and recording patient information pertinent to the treatment plan and reporting this information to the Staff Registered Nurse, and . This position is also responsible for escorting and monitoring patient activities and attending to their personal needs. The MHT must be capable of physically assisting patients, dealing with patient emergencies and working as a member of the clinical team.
Horizon Health is the nation’s largest psychiatric contract management company. For more information about Horizon, please see: www.horizonhealth.com. EOE
Requirements:
Education, Certification/Licensure, and/or Experience
- High School diploma or GED
- Valid, unexpired Driver’s license
- Certification: Crisis prevention certification as required; CPR certification
- Minimum one year experience with appropriate education
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Job Type: Full-time
Schedule:
- Night shift
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- similar: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Crisis prevention certification; CPR certification (Preferred)
- unexpired Driver’s license (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
