Healthcare, Hospitals & Clinics

Mental Health Technician Part Time Days

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Required skills

7a-7p
part-time
2 shifts per week
every third weekend
rotating holidays
High School Diploma

Role summary

Baptist Health LaGrange is seeking a part-time Mental Health Technician for its new 11-bed inpatient behavioral health unit. This role involves providing care for adults 18 and older requiring hospitalization for behavioral health needs. The technician will work 2 shifts per week (7a-7p), every third weekend, and rotating holidays. Responsibilities include assisting with routine patient care, obtaining patient histories and vital signs, completing safety rounds, maintaining a clean environment, and advocating for patients. Previous behavioral health experience is preferred, and BLS certification is required.

Summary

Inpatient Behavioral Health. Mental Health Tech. 7a-7p. part-time, 2 shifts per week, every third weekend. rotating holidays.

Job Description:

Mental Health Tech Behavioral Health
7a-7p Part Time. 2 days per week, every third weekend, rotating holidays

Where You'll Be:

Baptist Health LaGrange is adding a brand new 11-bed inpatient behavioral health unit. Our focus will be providing care for adults 18 and older who require hospitalization for behavioral health needs in a safe and structured environment. The unit utilizes an interdisciplinary team approach to provide care for patients. Team is made up of registered nurses, mental health technicians, social workers, recreational therapist, and psychiatrist.

What You'll Do:

Assists with routine patient care as delegated by nursing staff

Assists in obtaining patient histories, takes vital signs, I & O and documents

Complete safety rounds for patients and unit as delegated/assigned

Maintains clean and tidy patient room/environment

Responds to requests for service and assistance in a positive manner

Advocate for patient

Why You're a Great Fit:

You have had previous experience in behavioral health (not required)

You have a High School Diploma or equivalent preferred

You have or will obtain BLS certification

You are positive and passionate about helping those in our community

If you would like to be part of a growing family focused on supporting clinical excellence, teamwork and innovation, we urge you to apply now!

Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

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