Mental Health Tech (Nights) - St. Charles Parish Hospital (FT)

Required - Bachelor's degree in psychology or sociology or related field.

Preferred - Prior experience in psychiatry.

Required - Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association.

Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI).

• Working knowledge of medical terminology.
• Ability to file alphabetically and numerically, legible handwriting, spelling/grammar aptitude.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to effectively care for debilitated and/or demented patients who require total care.
• Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based applications.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally.
• Ability to work with and maintain confidential information.
• Organizing and prioritizing skills.
• Ability to travel throughout and between facilities.

• Provides care and support services for assigned patients.
• Provides care based on physical, psycho/social, and educational, safety and related criteria, appropriate to the ages of patients served in assigned areas.
• Completes documentation of patient related tasks.
• Maintains required clinical knowledge, technical skills, training and credentials.
• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.
• Performs other related duties as required.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.
Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.

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Please refer to the job description to determine whether the position you are interested in is remote or on-site. Individuals who reside in and will work from the following areas are not eligible for remote work position: Colorado, California, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Vermont, Washington, and Washington D.C.

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