Mental Health Technician - Older Adult Unit

Hours of Work: 36

Days Of Week: TBD

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
• Top 10 Military Friendly® Employer, Gold Designation, 2023
• Top 10 Military Spouse Friendly® Employer, 2023
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• Level III Trauma Center