What are the responsibilities and job description for the DSHS WSH Mental Health Technician 3 position at State of Washington Dept. of Social and Health...?
Description
Mental Health Technician 3
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals facing psychiatric challenges? Western State Hospital is hiring for a Mental Health Technician 3 (MHT3) to join our team working in a Civil Center ward.
As an MHT3, you'll work closely with a team of healthcare professionals to deliver nursing care and behavioral support to patients experiencing acute psychiatric and physical illnesses, including those with high-risk behaviors. Guided by our mission, vision, and the Recovery Model, your work will empower patients, foster hope, and contribute to a positive therapeutic environment.
Pierce County employees are eligible to receive an Orca Card for transportation needs. Opportunities performed on-site at this work location at least three days a week may be eligible for an additional 5% premium pay in addition to the advertised salary.
Some of what you'll do
- Support safety and provide direct nursing care, including but not limited to, monitoring and therapeutically responding to patient’s behavior and reporting observations to RN staff.
- Record vital signs, eating habits, behaviors, and responses to therapeutic interventions with precision and accuracy.
- Communicate information to the RN2 regarding changes of condition and clinical information.
- Deliver care per treatment plan.
- Guide, orient, and support new staff members in understanding ward operations and administrative tasks.
- Maintain ward supplies are at proper stock levels. In charge of ordering and organizing items.
- Engage patients during Active Treatment
What we're looking for
- Knowledge of Behavioral Health/Recovery principles.
- Ability to use de-escalation skills.
- A genuine ability to connect with clients from diverse backgrounds and work effectively with team members.
- Ability to communicate and comprehend (through oral and written forms of communication).
- Staff in this position must be competent in basic computer skills, including word processing and navigating a web browser in order to utilize the Electronic Health Record (EHR).
Who should apply?
Professionals with registration as a Nursing Assistant Registration (NAR) or Nursing Assistant Certification (NAC) in Washington State is required
AND
Three years of experience in a psychiatric or mental health setting.
AND
A High School Diploma or GED.
Interested? Submit your application today.
Questions? Please contact georgina.pringle@dshs.wa.gov and reference job number 13629.
The Department of Social and Health Services’ (DSHS) vision that People find human services to shape their own lives requires that we come together with a sense of belonging, common purpose, shared values, and meaningful work. It is crucial to our agency’s vision that you bring an equity, anti-racism, and social justice commitment to your work with DSHS. We strive to create greater access and affirming representation of the communities we serve, including Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, people with physical, behavioral health, and intellectual disabilities, elders, LGBTQIA individuals, immigrants and refugees, and families building financial security.
Supplemental Information
Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history may be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the job. This announcement may be used to fill multiple vacancies. Employees driving on state business must have a valid driver's license. Employees driving a privately owned vehicle on state business must have liability insurance on the privately owned vehicle.
Washington State Department of Social and Health Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in any area of employment, its programs or services on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity/expression, marital status, race, creed, color, national origin, religion or beliefs, political affiliation, military status, honorably discharged veteran, Vietnam Era, recently separated or other protected veteran status, the presence of any sensory, mental, physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, equal pay or genetic information. Persons requiring accommodation in the application process or this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the Recruiter at (360) 725-5810. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6384.
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