Mental Health Technician

Assist with Daily Living Activities

• Daily assists in maintenance of therapeutic milieu, for example, uses reflective listening, non-punitive redirection, self-esteem building responses, etc.
• Utilizes problem-solving approach with individual
• Acts as a role model
• Plans, organizes and participates in games and activities and ensures safety
• Accompanies residents to dining area and recreational activities
• Assists with meals and demonstrates appropriate table manners
• Instructs and supervises the cleaning of rooms and living areas
• Instructs and supervises assistance with personal care and laundry skills

Documentation

• Daily writes observation notes for each assigned client
• Daily writes summary of shift activities
• Documents resident group activities
• Turns in daily meal count/dietary intake
• Completes point sheets
• Inventories and submits request for personal hygiene articles and clothing
• Completes forms/reports based on events:
  • Incident report
  • Behavior form
  • Intensive group form
  • Property form
  • Transportation log

Drives Agency Vehicle if driving record acceptable to insurance carrier.

This position is deemed safety-sensitive

Minimum of 21 years of age

High School Education or equivalent

College degree in psychology, sociology or related field preferred

Two years related experience preferred

Shifts available:

7a-7p

7p - 7a

7p - 11p Saturday & Sunday only.

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