MENTAL HEALTH TECH - DAY

Job Description

Job Description

Salary : $12-$16 DOE

We are currently seeking Full-Time Mental Health Techs (MHT) with experience in psychiatric care to join our esteemed team.

Freedom Behavioral Hospital of Lake Charles is a 22-bed acute care facility providing specialized care for adults with their mental health and behavioral health needs. The hospital offers a wide range of services, including inpatient and outpatient care, as well as a variety of specialized programs. With its comprehensive approach to mental health and behavioral health care, Freedom Behavioral Hospital of Monroe is a trusted resource for those seeking quality care and support.

As a valued member of our organization, you will play a crucial role in enhancing the quality of life for our patients. In this position, you would obtain, record, and communicate important clinical information and provide clinical services within a multidisciplinary team environment.

Job Duties include but are not limited to :

Contribute to the physical, psychological, emotional, and well-being of each person served.

Assist with ADLs, meals, assisting with patient hygiene, room cleanliness, and other patient care activities as assigned.

Monitor therapy groups under the direct supervision of Licensed / Certified professionals.

Contribute to patient records by collecting and documenting data relative to patient.

Perform a variety of clinical and patient care duties under the direction of a licensed nurse.

Perform routine patient care and related duties, including laundry of patients clothing and cleaning of equipment.

Promotes and practices patient safety, infection control and proper body mechanics.

Qualifications

Previous experience caring for geriatric psychiatric patients strongly preferred.

CNA Certification preferred

Updated resumes with work history required

We offer comprehensive benefits such as :

Challenging and rewarding work environment

Excellent staff to patient ratio

Competitive Compensation

Shift Differential after 3 : 00 PM and for entirety of night shift

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Plan

Generous Paid Time Off

401(K) with company match

Freedom provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

• All Applicants selected for employment will be required to undergo a post-offer drug test and federal background investigation.