What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mental Health Technician - PT position at Mental Health Association?
OI. The Mental Health Technician assists residents in working on their goals, managing activities of
daily living and daily program needs, with additional assignments as directed by the program supervisor.
II. Duties will include:
· Responsibilities may vary based on your scheduled shift
· Maximize a therapeutic structured community environment through individualized support and
therapeutic activities.
· Transports and accompanies clients to off- site programs, activities, and appointments as
directed.
· Documents residents’ accomplishment of specific objectives set forth in treatment and/or
behavior plans
· Reports all incidents of an emergency nature immediately to the program or on-call supervisor
· Completes all required documentation for incidents as dictated by the program
· Responsible for the general safety of all residents.
· Safeguards the residents’ at all times and maintains confidentiality
· Ensures that the physical surroundings of the L.T.S.R. and its vehicle(s) are free from hazard at all
times and reports irregularities immediately to the administrative assistant
· Other duties as required
III Required/Recommended Skills
· Excellent interpersonal skills
· Understanding of the symptoms and behaviors of persons with a mental health diagnosis
· Organizational skills
· Effective writing skills
· Creative problem solving skills
· Demonstrates initiative
· Capable of independent action
· Ability to complete all required trainings
· Willing and able to drive as required
Education and Background Requirements
BA degree in Social Work or related field preferred, Act 33/34 Clearances, Valid PA driver’s license, and State Police Motorist’s Clearance Bondable
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $14.50 - $17.21 per hour
Expected hours: No more than 32 per week
Benefits:
- Employee assistance program
- Parental leave
- Referral program
Medical Specialty:
- Psychiatry
Schedule:
- Evening shift
- Holidays
- Weekends as needed
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $15 - $17
