Mental Health Technician- Moraine- Acute Adult Unit- PT/Nights - Kettering Health

Kettering Health is a not-for-profit system of 13 medical centers and more than 120 outpatient facilities serving southwest Ohio. We are committed to transforming the health care experience with high-quality care for every stage of life. Our service-oriented mission is in action every day, whether it’s by providing care in our facilities, training the next generation of health care professionals, or serving others through international outreach.

Department Overview:

Kettering Health Behavioral Medical Center

• KH Behavioral Medical Center has offered care with an emphasis on safety, quality and patient experience for over 20 years.
• Located within close proximity to KH Main Campus.
• The KH Behavioral Medical Center team offers confidential services for adults in a private setting.
• With the comprehensive expertise of our psychiatrists and psychologists, our team is able to treat mental health disorders such as ADHD, Depression, Mood Disorders, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Stress and Anxiety, Substance Use Disorder, and more.

Responsibilities:

Performs vital services in caring for personal needs and provision of comfort to patients and families

Perform services in manners specific to the age of the patient population

Functions as a member of the treatment team and performs specific patient care and program duties

Responsibility for program implementation and milieu management

Documents and records patient care including observation, protection, and charting provisions of personal care according to direction of registered nurse

Assist in creating and maintaining a therapeutic environment for patients

Work is performed in accordance with established program documents, policies, procedures, rules, and regulations of the hospital and department.

Works under supervision of a registered nurse

Data entry skills

Answering multiple phone system and retrieving voicemails

Requirements:

Associate's degree in related field (behavioral health, psychology, sociology, nursing or other psychatric/medical related program

Or 6+ months in the behavioral health field

Preferred: 

Bachelors degree

Office experience