The Mental / Psychiatric Health Technician cares for individuals with psychiatric conditions as well as a variety of substance use disorders, following the instructions of physicians, nurses or other health practitioners. The Behavioral Health Technician monitors a patients’ safety, physical and emotional well-being and report directly to medical staff. Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Provides personal care and behavioral assistance/interventions to assigned clients
Assists clients with grooming, eating/meal preparation, and toileting
Maintains rounding on assigned clients/patients to ensure safety as directed
Assists with ambulation and transfer services
Monitors vital signs such as heart rate and blood pressure
Provides behavioral support services
Provides crisis intervention
Encourages independence
Maintains patient safety
Implements behavioral plans
Documents care per policies and procedures
Participate in rehabilitation and treatment programs
Performs other duties as assigned/necessary
Minimum Requirements:
High School diploma or equivalent required
Associate’s degree in behavioral studies or related field, or equivalent experience preferred (or per facility requirements)
Minimum of one (1) year relevant experience preferred
Complies with all relevant professional standards of practice
Participation and completion of Amergis' Competency program when applicable
Current CPR if applicable
TB Questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable
Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation)
Must meet all federal, state and local requirements
Successful completion of new hire training as applicable to job site
Understand patient confidentiality and HIPAA requirements
Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to and from appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors, co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in the English language is required
Computer proficiency required
Must be at least 18 years of age
Basic Info
1st Shift: 7:00AM -3:00PM: 40 hours per week: 4 Needed
2nd Shift: 3:00PM -11:00PM: 40 hours per week: 4 Needed
3rd Shift: 11:00PM -7:00AM: 40 hours per week: 4 Needed
$23/hr
Required: NHH LRCS Lockdown form, Resume, Applicable experience listed on sub email or on resume, ESTAFF ONB must be completed PRIOR to submittal no exceptions.
Location
Concord, NH
Position
Mental Health Worker
Client NameNH Hospital Start Date Please see next orientation Duration 6 months Hours/Week 40 Schedule+ + 1st, 2nd and 3rd shift 8 hour shift open Bill Rate $35/hr for 1st $36/hr for 2nd $37/hr for 3rd Discount Unbilled Hours None Contract Requirements · NAME OF CAREGIVER, SPECIALTY (Ex: Jane Doe, Local LPN)
Resume - Attached
Nursing License – Attached
Interview Availability:
Requested Time off:
Start Date:
Shift and Contract Length:
To Note
Parking
Free on-site
Submission
Required: NHH LRCS Lockdown form, Resume, Applicable experience listed on sub email or on resume, ESTAFF ONB must be completed PRIOR to submittal no exceptions.
Benefits
At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:
Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
401(k) savings plan
Awards and recognition programs
Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.
About Amergis
Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions. Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.