North Star Behavioral Health · 2 months ago
Psychiatric Mental Health Technician Part Time Evening Shift
BRYON CENTER, Michigan
Full-time, Part-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelNorth Star Behavioral Health is a joint venture with Trinity Health System and Universal Health Services, serving adult and geriatric patients. The Psychiatric Mental Health Technician role involves providing daily patient care under the direction of a Registered Nurse, focusing on safety, emotional needs, and personal hygiene of patients.
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
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalent required
CPR certified (Can obtain once hired)
Preferred
Bachelors degree in Psychology or Human Services related field preferred but not required
Experience working as a psychiatric technician preferred
Benefits
Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
401(k) and Roth 401(k) with Company Match
Employee Stock Purchase Program
Competitive Compensation & Paid Time Off
Disability, Life, Pet Insurance and much more!
Career ladder focus with opportunities to cross train, build skills and grow in leadership
Tuition reimbursement assistance program
Tuition savings through a partnership with Chamberlain University
Career development opportunities across UHS and our 300+ locations!
HealthStream online learning catalogue with plenty of free CEU courses
Company
North Star Behavioral Health
NSBH is a behavioral health facility that offers programs for children & adults who suffer from psychiatric or substance abuse issues.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Sarah Kennedy
COO
Montu Jani, MS, NCC, MHA, LPC
Chief Clinical Officer
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