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Universal Health Servicesposted 4 months ago
Columbus, IN
Hospitals
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About the position

Columbus Behavioral Center for Children and Adolescents provides mental health services to males and females ages 8 to 18. Located in the greater Columbus, Indiana area, our 57-bed facility provides support to each child and teen that walks through the doors. We work with the resident, family and community partners to promote a smooth transition back into the home or, if necessary, an additional appropriate level of care. The trained professionals at our center provide safe and individualized treatment goals for each patient. Our Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) increases the development of behavioral skills that can help patients build relationships, manage emotions and cope more effectively with various life problems. In addition, our residential treatment program offers a balance of therapy, education and fun activities in a safe, structured setting. We focus on the needs and safety of our patients with 24-hour licensed staff supervision, which includes registered nurses. The Mental Health Technician functions as an active part of the treatment team, providing continuous patient care, supervision, interaction, and role modeling to patients ranging in age from late childhood through late adolescence depending on which unit worked. The Mental Health Tech spends their time on the unit, ensuring the safety of the residents and offering encouragement and guidance so that the resident can be in compliance with programming. Mental Health Technicians work under the direction of the Direct Care Supervisor. Non-exempt position. This position is an as needed (PRN) position. The shift, days, and times will vary from week to week.

Responsibilities

  • Provide continuous patient care and supervision.
  • Interact and role model for patients.
  • Ensure the safety of residents.
  • Offer encouragement and guidance to residents.
  • Assist residents in compliance with programming.

Requirements

  • High School Diploma or equivalent required.
  • Two (2) years of related experience preferred.
  • Knowledge of psychiatric patient care techniques.
  • Understanding of mental illness.
  • Must maintain a valid Indiana driver's license.
  • Must be at least 21 years of age.
  • CPR and First Aid certification required.
  • Successful completion of HWC within 90 days of employment.

Nice-to-haves

  • Degree from an accredited college or university in psychology, social work, recreational therapy or appropriate therapeutic field.

Benefits

  • Challenging and rewarding work environment.
  • Competitive Compensation.
  • Incentives and opportunities to earn additional income.
  • Flexible schedule.
  • Free Meals.
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