Northern California Behavioral Health System

Lead Mental Health Technician (Nursing) (Santa Rosa)

Santa Rosa, California, United States

Sponsorship not specified$28k-$32kDetected 86 days ago

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About the role

Conveniently located in the North Bay, this hospital consists of 144 acute psychiatric inpatient beds.
Conveniently located in the North Bay, SRBHH serves adolescents and adults.
We treat both mental health and co-occurring psychiatric and substance abuse conditions.

Assists patients in carrying out activities of daily living, when congruent with the patients' treatment plan and needs, age, and developmental level.Maintains a safe, orderly, and therapeutic physical environment for patients.
Patient Records: Maintain patient, program, department, and related documentation.
Carry out clerical and administrative assignment to support patient care and department and organization operations.
Performs related duties, as requested.

Ability to exercise self-control in potentially volatile situations such as being verbally or physically confronted in a threatening or aggressive manner
must be able to work and concentrate amidst distractions such as noise, conversation and foot traffic
ability to handle interruptions often and be able to move from one task to another
Ability to express and exchange ideas via spoken word during activities in which they must convey detail or important spoken instructions to others accurately, sometimes quickly and loudly.
ability to perceive detailed information through oral communication and to make fine discriminations in sound.
Individual must be able to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and to be able to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.
Complete orientation and competency assessments as required for position.
Behavioral science undergraduate degree required (Psychology, Social work, Sociology).
Candidate may be considered if pursuing advanced degree in nursing or relevant field.
At least two years with a Signature Hospital or a degree in relevant clinical discipline.

$27.50-$32.31 Per Hour REPORTS TO: Chief Nursing Officer DESCRIPTION OF POSITION: As with all levels of the MHW career ladder, the Lead Mental Health Worker also provides direct patient care to all patients with emotional or psychiatric disorders; supports therapeutic milieu; and ensures safety and well-being of patients.

Formerly Aurora Santa Rosa Hospital, SRBHH was opened in 2016 and is regarded as an integral part of the greater Santa Rosa and Northern California mental health system of care.
Santa Rosa Behavioral Healthcare Hospital (SRBHH) is regarded as an integral part of the greater Santa Rosa and Northern California mental health system of care.
POSITION TITLE: Lead Mental Health Technician (MHT IV)
POSITION TITLE: Lead Mental Health Technician (MHT IV) PAY RANGE: $27.50-$32.31 Per Hour REPORTS TO: Chief Nursing Officer DESCRIPTION OF POSITION: As with all levels of the MHW career ladder, the Lead Mental Health Worker also provides direct patient care to all patients with emotional or psychiatric disorders; supports therapeutic milieu; and ensures safety and well-being of patients.
Carries out general nursing assistance necessary to treatment of adolescent, adult, or older adult patients as assigned.
Additionally, the Lead Mental Health Worker maintains knowledge of, participates in further training provided, and understands the potential risks regarding occupational health hazards (e.g. bloodborne pathogen exposures) and supervises the work of the other MHWs during his/her tour of duty and assigned area(s).
Skills in teaching or assisting with activities of daily living helpful Ability to work independently and as part of a team Good judgment, problem solving and decision-making skills Ability to work in a fast-paced, expanding environment

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