Mental Health Technician - Residential
Company: Discovery Behavioral Health
Location: Edmonds
Posted on: August 3, 2022
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Job Description:
Company DescriptionAt Center for Discovery you will have the
opportunity to work closely within a team of professionals
consisting of eating disorders experts, all dedicated to promoting
lasting health and healing. Clinical supervision and guidance are
provided on total client care and therapeutic milieu management, as
well as career growth and personal development oversight. You will
develop an individualized growth plan which will help you develop
your professional skills and career objectives.If you are looking
for an organization that thrives on growth, celebrates diversity of
thought, and rewards passionate execution, you've come to the right
place. Because we put clients first, it is our honor to support and
reward those who serve them.Job DescriptionPosition SummaryEating
Disorder Technician 1 (ED Tech 1) is responsible for assisting and
supporting patients through the entire treatment experience from
admission through discharge. ED Tech 1 is responsible for
contributing insightful, practical, and meaningful information to
the treatment planning process. ED Tech 1 responsibilities
primarily include ensuring patient safety, providing milieu
interventions, leading psychoeducational groups, and supporting
patients.Essential Job FunctionsSupports patient during admission
processes. This may include checking in patient belongings,
acclimating patient to the program and milieu.Effectively and
professionally communicates with families/loved ones, as
appropriate.Completes relevant tasks within 24 hours of admission
and accompanying notes in medical record. Assists and supports
patients in day to day activities including, but not limited to:
waking routines, morning hygiene, meals, nighttime routine, evening
hygiene, bathroom observations, and free time.Able to effectively
and professionally establish rapport with patients. Provides milieu
management throughout the treatment experience and communicates
with all team members.Assists in the implementation of the
comprehensive treatment plan in the milieu.Contributes to the
well-being of all patients by serving as a positive role
model.Engages in brief "check ins" wherein patients are provided
with support and guidance in using coping skills.Responsible for
facilitating psychoeducational groups for the expected length of
time identified in the program schedule. Supervises and supports
patients on community outings.Objectively and accurately documents
patient progress on a daily basis.Assists with discharge
process.Works during meal periods to provide supervision and
support to patients.Maintains an organized and safe
environment.Makes timely requests for any absences and ensures
coverage for any scheduled shift.Required to check company provided
email on every shift.Completes all shift notes, group notes, and
other required documentation by the end of shift.Performs any other
assigned and/or requested duties.Participates in technician on-call
rotation three to four weekends per year.This is a full-time
position with flexible hours between Edmonds and Bellevue.
QualificationsOne year of experience in mental health treatment or
a Bachelor's degreeObtain CPI certification within 90 days of
hireObtain CPR, AED, and First Aid certification within 90 days of
hireObtain ServSafe certification within 90 day of hireMust possess
a current driver's license and be in good standingAdditional
InformationWe are proud to be an EEO employer M/F/D/V. We maintain
a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance use
testing including cannabis. All qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color,
religion, sex, or national origin.For more information about our
company benefits, please visit us at
discoverybehavioralhealth.com/careers/
Keywords: Discovery Behavioral Health, Edmonds , Mental Health Technician - Residential, Healthcare , Edmonds, Washington
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