What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mental Health Technician II - FT position at LifeSkills Inc.?
Opportunity to work for a nonprofit corporation passionate about the quality of care and providing a thoughtful approach for improving the lives of families in crisis since 1966.
Title: Mental Health Technician II
Worksite: ACSU- Adult Crisis Stabilization Unit
County: Warren
Hours Status: FULL-TIME, 3rd shift 11pm-7am
Pay Range: $14.75 hourly, eligible for 3rd shift differential of $1.00 per hour
Brief Job Description:
The Mental Health Technician is the direct care staff of the Adult Crisis Stabilization Unit, which is a 24-hour program. Mental Health Technicians are responsible for ensuring the safety of the clients, coordinating mental health evaluations, answering 988 Lifeline calls, and maintaining client care.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Supervise residents ensuring that they are safe and secure at all times
- Answering 988 Lifeline Calls
- Document resident daily activities
- Complete admission/discharges
- Coordinate evaluations with clients and community partners
- Engage with clients through recreational activities
- Assist residents in utilizing acceptable coping skills
- Contribute to general cleanliness of the facility
- Supervise medication administration
- Follow policies and procedures of the ACSU
QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum high school diploma or equivalent; valid Kentucky driver’s license and proof of insurance; acceptable background check (yearly).
BENEFITS, Full-time employees enjoy:
- Holidays (11)
- Personal Day
- Vacation
- Sick Time
- Health, Dental, Vision, and Wellness plans
- Life Insurance, Disability, Flexible Spending Account, Supplemental Products and more
- Pension Plan! Defined retirement benefit through the Commonwealth of Kentucky. Participation is automatic and effective immediate upon hire.
LifeSkills/Pennyroyal is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Those interested and meet the minimum qualifications are encouraged to apply for positions on-line at https://lifehealthservices.applicantstack.com/x/openings?sort=1&sortdir=d
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