Mental Health Tech (3) Crisis Response Center Per Diem Evening Jefferson Einstein
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Mental Health Tech (3) CRC PRN EJob Description
About Jefferson
Join the mission of Improving Lives as a Mental Health Tech at Jefferson Health. With more than 42,000 employees, we’re the second largest employer in Philadelphia and the largest health system in the Philadelphia region. Our work to improve lives is never done.
About Our Unit
This unit is located at Jefferson Einstein Hospital in Philadelphia, PA.
Awards & Recognition
Jefferson Einstein Hospital is Magnet Recognized. Jefferson is also recognized as the 2nd Best Hospital in the Philadelphia Metro area and the 3rd Best Hospital in Pennsylvania
Jefferson Einstein Hospital is also recognized for its high performance in the following procedures/conditions: Congestive Heart Failure & Kidney Failure
Schedule Commitment
Schedules are available 6 weeks in advance. The work schedule commitment for this position requires the following:
Must be able to work required shift
Must be able to work two (2) twelve (12) hour shifts on a weekly basis
Must be able to work every third(3rd) weekend
Holiday commitment consists of 1 holiday per season
Responsibilities
Reporting to the Nurse Manager, Mental Health/Behavioral Health Techs will provide direct bedside care to patients:
Assists the RN in delivering care, observing patient behaviors, and more.
Reports/documents any changes in patients mood or behavior in a timely fashion.
Provides one-on-one sessions with assigned patients as needed.
Mental Health Technicians will maintain a full patient caseload with an assigned primary nurse in an inpatient setting and provide care for all patients effectively and compassionately.
Qualifications
To qualify as a Mental Health Tech/Behavioral Health Tech, you must meet the following requirements for consideration:
High School Diploma or equivalent required
At Least 12 college credits, and full college degree preferred
BS or BA in behavioral health field preferred
One-year experience with behavioral health clients preferred
BLS through AHA required
Must be trained in PEAT and able to safely schedule and restrain an aggressively acting out patient
Total Rewards
As a valued member of the team, you will be eligible to receive our total rewards package which includes:
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