Mental Health Technician - Older Adult Unit

Hours of Work

36

Days Of Week

TBD

Work Shift

Job Description

Job Purpose

• The Mental Health Technician provides direct support to patients receiving psychiatric or behavioral health care, working under the supervision of nursing and clinical staff.
• Monitors patient safety and behavior, assists with activities of daily living and helps implement individualized treatment plans.

Job Requirements:

Education

• High School diploma or equivalent required

Licenses and/or Certifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification or American Heart Association (required)
• Satori Alternatives to Managing Aggression (SAMA) certification within first week of hire

Work Experience

• 2 years minimum experience in mental health related field with direct patient care responsibilities

Methodist Richardson Medical Center is a 443-bed, full-service, acute care hospital that serves Richardson, Garland, Plano, and surrounding areas in Dallas and Collin counties. We are a Certified Comprehensive Stroke Center as well as the nation’s first hospital to receive The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval ® for Pancreatic/Hepatic/Biliary Cancer Certification. We also provide services at Methodist Richardson Medical Center – Campus for Continuing Care, which include a behavioral health and addiction recovery unit, inpatient rehabilitation, long-term acute care, and more. We strive to have a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve and welcomes the skills and talents of all groups. Our reputation as an award-winning employer shows in the distinctions we’ve earned

Magnet®-designated hospital

150 Top Places to Work in Healthcare by Becker’s Hospital Review , 2023