Mental Health Technician
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Okgov · Woodward CountyPart-timeOn-siteToday
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We are low on staff and need to get more hired to be able to our best with our consumers.Job DescriptionBasic PurposeTypical FunctionsAssists consumers in activities of daily living; develops and manages group activities to promote recovery and wellness.Provides or assists with providing direct patient care and therapeutic interventions based on patient care assignments from RN.Performs direct nursing tasks including taking vital signs, assisting with activities of daily living and hygiene needs, and obtaining certain lab specimens.Observes and records patient behavior and activities. Reports any changes in condition and suggests modifications to the treatment plan.Establishes a therapeutic relationship with assigned patients.Monitors patients to ensure safety, including but not limited to rounding, environmental and safety checks.Utilize appropriate decision-making related to treatment of consumers of mental health and/or substance abuse services, including but not limited to identifying relevant behaviors/activities, and managing group dynamics.Provides culturally competent support and trauma-informed care in order to maintain a safe, respectful and therapeutic environment.Supports the department and facility in reducing incidents of seclusion and restraint.Escorts consumers to and from various destinations, to include court and medical appointments, meal breaks, recreation, etc. ensuring staff and consumer safety.Orders, receives and stores supplies and performs basic clerical functions.Performs other duties as assigned.Education and ExperienceThe Mental Health Technician has three levels which are distinguished by the complexity of assignments, level of expertise required to perform the duties assigned, and the ability to monitor the direct work of others.Level I: Code Y10ANo experience or education is required at this level.Level II: Code Y10BOne year of experience in providing behavioral health patient care.Level III: Code Y10CRequired at this level consist of those identified in Level II plus knowledge of planning and organizing work assignments. Ability is also required to monitor and direct the work of others; to judge a situation accurately and adopt an effective course of action.Required at this level consists of two years of experience in providing behavioral health patient care.Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and CompetenciesIncumbent must demonstrate honesty and integrity in their actions and communications regarding issues impacting the organization. Incumbents must demonstrate a commitment to serving the citizens of Oklahoma, including, but not limited to demonstrating compassion in their care of ODMHSAS consumerHealth insuranceVision insurance
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Job Posting Title Mental Health Technician Agency 452 MENTAL HEALTH AND SUBSTANCE ABUSE SERV. Supervisory Organization NW Center for Behavioral Health Job Posting End Date Refer to the date listed at the top of this posting, if available. Continuous if date is blank. Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above. Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank) Full/Part-Time Full time Job Type Regular
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