Mental Health Technician - Residential Units at Crestwood Behavioral Health

Oconomowoc, Wisconsin, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Healthcare, Mental HealthIndustries

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent (Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred or 4 years related experience)
At least 18 years of age (for Adolescent Units, at least 2 years older than the oldest resident)
Current active driver's license in good standing
Ability to attend New Hire Orientation for two weeks, Monday-Friday, 8am-4:30pm
American Heart Association CPR certification within 30 days of hire
Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (NCI) training within 60 days of hire
Community Based Residential Facility (CBRF) trainings within 90 days of hire
160-hour Supervised Traineeship Program requirement
Medication Administration Certification within 90 days of hire
Availability for full-time, part-time, or PRN shifts including 1st, 2nd (3pm-11:30pm), and overnight (11pm-7:30am); float coverage for residential and inpatient units

Responsibilities

Assist patients with activities of daily living, interact with patients, attend to patient needs, and help in crisis intervention as needed
Transport patients to and from appointments, clinics, laboratories, treatments; remain with residents during off-site appointments or emergency room visits
Facilitate and transport residents for community outings and meetings
Ensure safe practices for medication observation and administration, including the six rights of medication safety
Facilitate on-the-job training for new and existing Mental Health Technician (MHT) team members
Assist in providing therapeutic patient care, leading groups and one-to-one sessions; support CBT, DBT, and ERP therapies throughout shift
Respond to emergency and/or crisis situations and support visitor safety
Actively observe, monitor, and record patient behavior and activities (e.g., meals and food intake); complete documentation and daily treatment progress notes in the medical record
Ensure safety and accurate location of patients at all times, including milieu management
Monitor safety of patients, visitors, and environment, including infection control; complete daily environmental rounds for safety, sanitation, codes, door locks, and alarms
Safely check residents into unit at admission or return from off-ground pass or activity
Report any changes in patient condition or safety to the treatment team
Orient and educate patients upon admission; complete admission and discharge processes including belonging searches and required documentation
Perform other duties as assigned, such as maintaining knowledge of department processes, pursuing self-directed learning and continuing education, and participating in committees, task forces, or work groups

Skills

Crisis Intervention

De-escalation

CBT

DBT

ERP

Medication Administration

Patient Monitoring

Documentation

Therapeutic Care

Crestwood Behavioral Health

Provides tailored mental health services in California

About Crestwood Behavioral Health

Crestwood Behavioral Health, known for its tailored mental health services throughout California, cultivates a supportive and adaptive work environment. The company is distinguished by its accreditation from CARF, underscoring its commitment to maintaining high standards in mental health care and flexibility in addressing diverse needs. Working at Crest sheath offers a unique opportunity to engage in meaningful, recovery-oriented work in a growing field, ensuring personal and professional growth.

520 Capitol Mall #800, Sacramento, CA 95814, USAHeadquarters

1968Year Founded

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501-1,000Employees