What are the responsibilities and job description for the MHT PRN position at River Crest Hospital?
River Crest Hospital is a modern, 80-bed psychiatric hospital, specializing in the treatment of mental health and substance use disorders that can afflict individuals of all ages, from children and teens, to adults and the elderly. We provide acute inpatient and outpatient psychiatric and addiction treatment programs. We are located in San Angelo, Texas. For more information about River Crest Hospital, please visit our website at https://rivercresthospital.com/
PRN Work only, if you are looking for Full Time, please apply to the Full Time posting.
Position Summary:
Mental Health Technicians provide direct care and supervision for residents, assure residents are kept safe, learn and practice appropriate hygiene and self-help skills, and are aware of rules and expectations. Act as a role model for residents, demonstrating effective problem solving and decision-making skills. Assist in providing recreational and therapeutic activities for the residents, transporting residents to and from medical appointments, and assuring scheduled programming is carried out. Perform duties as assigned in accordance with the ANA Standards of Practice for Psychiatric Mental Health Care, and facility mission, values, policies, and behavioral standards. Mental Health Technicians report to the Milieu Manager under the direction of Director of Nursing.
PRN Work only, if you are looking for Full Time, please apply to the Full Time posting.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Graduate from an accredited high school program.
Experience: A minimum of one (1) year experience in a psychiatric health-care facility preferred.
Licensure: Current valid Driver's license, CPR certification and training in appropriate use of Seclusion and Restraint within 30 days of employment. Certifications may be obtained during new hire orientation.
Additional Requirements: CPR certification and HWC (management of aggressive behavior training). These certifications will be offered during New Hire Orientation if applicant does not currently hold.
PRN Work only, if you are looking for Full Time, please apply to the Full Time posting.
Work Hours: Days 6am-2pm, Evening shift 2pm-10pm, Nights 10pm-6am 8 hour shift: rotating weekends
WHAT DO OUR CURRENT EMPLOYEES VALUE AT RIVER CREST HOSPITAL AND UHS?
An environment that puts patient care first. One of the most rewarding aspects of this job is providing excellent care, comfort, and security to the patients and families you treat, at their most vulnerable times. Supportive and responsive leadership. You are never alone, as you are part of a large network of peer co-workers that routinely exchange ideas and review current topics within the industry. Having the opportunity to grow, learn, and advance in your career. There are very robust continuing education options and opportunities for skills diversification and career advancement with UHS.
Benefit Highlights:
- Challenging and rewarding work environment
- Career development opportunities within UHS and its Subsidiaries
- Competitive Compensation
- Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan
- 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Free Basic Life Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement
Universal Health Services (UHS)
One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500 corporation, annual revenues were $11.6 billion in 2020. In 2021, UHS was again recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune; in 2020, ranked #281 on the Fortune 500; and listed #330 in Forbes ranking of U.S.’ Largest Public Companies. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has 89,000 employees and through its subsidiaries operates 26 acute care hospitals, 334 behavioral health facilities, 39 outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located in 38 U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom.
EEO Statement
All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.
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