Mental Health Technician - Inpatient Psychiatry - Full-time & PRN Available

Overview

Come work with a great team!  Signet Health manages the behavioral health services for MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center.

 

We are hiring for a Mental Health Technician for the following shifts:

• Full-time, Night shift (7:00 pm - 7:30 am to include every other weekend; 36 hours per week)
• PRN, day shift (7:00 am – 7:30 pm) and night shift (7:00 pm to 7:30 am)

We offer a competitive salary with a comprehensive benefits package including generous PTO.

 

The Mental Health Technician is a key position that provides direct patient care, monitors patients' physical and emotional needs and administratively supports the behavioral health program.

• Assists in maintaining medical records
• Monitors patient interactions and safety 
• Provides clerical support
• Assists in patient data collection
• Provides patient information as a member of the interdisciplinary team
• Utilizes knowledge of verbal and non-verbal communication skills to provide targeted therapeutic interventions with patients
• Transports patients to outside appointments, if necessary
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements/Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess: 

• Minimum of a High School Diploma or equivalent is required
• 1+ years of work experience in a psychiatric/chemical dependency facility preferred.
• Certified Nursing Assistant experience preferred
• Familiarity with medical and psychiatric terminology.
• Excellent verbal/written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build positive and respectful rapport with patients, families and peers.
• Works well in a busy team environment. Good work ethics. 

 

Salary Range: 

$18 to $25 per hour

 

EOE

Hospital/Program Description

MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center, Clinton MD is a 182-bed facility providing over 48,000 emergency room visits annually. The Behavioral Health Program includes a 24-bed Adult inpatient unit, a Partial Hospitalization Program and a Behavioral Health section of the Emergency Department.

 

Southern Maryland offers the peace and comfort of a smaller community with the culture of Washington DC a short 20 minutes away. Historic homes and landmarks comprise the city's main tourism landscape and offer a glimpse into Maryland's early life. Nearby attractions include Andrews Air Force Base and Camp Springs and the National Harbor.