Mental Health Technician Job at CommonSpirit Health, Northridge, CA

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  • CommonSpirit Health
  • Northridge, CA

Job Description

Mental Health Technician

Join our team as a Mental Health Technician and contribute to the well-being of our patients. In this role, you will be an integral part of the healthcare team, providing direct patient care and supportive services under the guidance of a Registered Nurse. This position requires access to keys for the locked unit and patient belongings safe, ensuring the safety and security of our patients and their belongings.

Job Summary and Responsibilities

  • Assist with patient/family care needs from admission to discharge.
  • Monitor patient on Q15 min. observations including (Q5, LOS, and 1:1 obs.)
  • Accurately monitor and record patient VS and intake and output, and daily activities, including patio breaks.
  • Assist Nurses with patient care to include Groups, Activities of daily living, as needed
  • Must be able to effectively communicate with patients in crisis situations and assist RNs with restraining patients
  • Assist in maintaining adequate stocks and supplies.

This position is represented by SEIU UHW and is covered by the terms and conditions of the applicable collective bargaining agreement

Job Requirements

  • High School Graduate or GED
  • Minimum of one (1) year mental healthworker experience working withpsychiatric patients, either in an inpatient or residential setting
  • Basic Life Support - CPR
  • Fire Safety, within 90 Days

Preferred

  • Minimum 1 year of acute patient care experience
  • Certified Nursing Assistant: CA or
  • Emergency Medical Technician: CA

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