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North Star Behavioral Health · 3 months ago

Psychiatric Mental Health Technician Part Time Nights

ST. JOHNS, Michigan

Full-time, Part-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

North Star Behavioral Health is a leading provider of hospital and healthcare services, and they are seeking a part-time Behavioral/Psychiatric Health Technician. This role involves carrying out daily routines of patient care, assisting in assessments, and maintaining a therapeutic environment for patients with mental health issues.

Health Care

Responsibilities

Assisting in the ongoing assessment of the safety and emotional needs of each patient

Demonstrating awareness of the key elements of the treatment plans for all assigned patients and provides intervention/care accordingly on an individualized basis

Assisting patients with their personal grooming and personal hygiene, appropriate to the patient’s age, developmental level and needs

Participating in assigned groups and activities to meet the needs of various patient populations

Demonstrating the ability to maintain therapeutic and professional rapport with patients

Participating with other personnel in maintaining a safe and therapeutic milieu

Provides verbal de-escalation techniques and physical management, as needed

Making rounds on patients every 15 minutes or sooner to provide patient safety

Assisting the RN with patient admissions and discharges

Performs vital signs, belongings searches, and orientation to the unit