Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN)
Mental Health Technician
Bethlehem, PA · Internship
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About the role
- Imagine a career at one of the nation's most advanced health networks.
- Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work.
- LVHN has been ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years.
Responsibilities
- Documents client behaviors observed during
- Offers input utilized in formulating and revising treatment plans, and performs a variety of treatment and diagnostic procedures.
- Assists in orientation process for new personnel and supports professional practice model.
Requirements
- Ability to speak clearly so listeners can comprehend.
- Ability to use reasoning to discover answers to problems.
- Ability to be aware of others' reactions and understand the possible causes.
- Bachelor's Degree Psychology, Sociology, Education, Nursing, Medicine, or Healthcare Administration
- 1 year Direct care experience including individual and group counseling skills in an acute behavioral health care setting is preferred. Previous experience in direct care in a behavioral health setting and working knowledge of mental health technician practices
Nice to have
- Physical Demands
- Lift and carry 40-50 lbs.
- Examples: Push/pull patients on bed, stretcher (requires 29 lbs. push force), lateral transfers up to 50 lbs. of the patient's weight.
- Frequent to continuous standing/walking.
- Patient transporters can walk 8-10 miles per shift. *Patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.
- Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position.
- It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs.
- Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.
Compensation
- Conducts independent study of current literature on relevant topics and presents to staff annually.
Benefits
- shift and charts into the electronic medical records.
- Assumes the responsibility for personal and professional growth and development by participating in continuing education and self-motivated learning activities.
- Functions as a member of the multidisciplinary treatment team and participates in the professional learning process of others and serves as a resource for students.
Company info
- Be part of an exceptional health care experience.
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