Mental Health Technician

Job Opportunity At The McLean Hospital Corporation

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Job Summary

Under direction of the Registered Nurse, the 16-hour Weekend MHS provides direct patient care and participates in therapeutic milieu. Does this position require patient care? Yes. Responsibilities include identifying and reporting house cleaning problems, equipment problems, and participating in the unit's inventory system. Assists patients in their activities of daily living, provides for patients' nutritional needs, and maintains a commitment to professional growth and competency.

Qualifications

Education : High School Diploma or Equivalent required. Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No. Licenses and Credentials : Basic Life Support [BLS Certification] - Data Conversion - Various Issuers preferred; Nursing Assistant [LNA - New Hampshire] - New Hampshire Board of Nursing preferred. Experience : Related experience 0-1 year preferred. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities : Ability to work well collaboratively and independently; Ability to operate within Electronic Health Records (EHR) system; Ability to manage multiple, competing priorities successfully; Basic computer skills; Ability to work effectively with patients, other members of the Health Care Team, facility personnel, and families / supportive others; Ability to give full attention to what other people are saying; Successful completion of CPI training is required within 30 days of hire.

Additional Job Details (If Applicable)

Physical Requirements :

• Standing Frequently (34-66%)
• Walking Frequently (34-66%)
• Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
• Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w / assisted device)
• Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
• Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
• Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
• Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
• Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
• Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
• Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
• Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
• Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
• Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
• Talking Constantly (67-100%)
• Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

52 Oak Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours

16

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Rotating (United States of America)

EEO Statement

The McLean Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and / or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources.

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