Mental Health Tech / CNA, CrisisCare Center, PRN

Payrate $19 / hr!

We're looking for talented people who want to make a difference working for a large, premier non-profit behavioral health organization that has served the community with distinction for over a century. Whether you work directly with clients or use your talent to support our care, your work will be meaningful. Our culture supports dynamic and diverse teams, professional development, collaboration and innovation.

Our Mental Health Technicians work on a multi-disciplinary team to provide assistance for severely mentally ill patients in a psychiatric unit. Technicians also help with therapeutic group activities; food services; charting patient observations; and providing a clean, safe and caring environment.

MINIMUM SPECIFICATIONS

Education :

• High school diploma or equivalent.

Experience :

Certification / Registration / Licensure :

Skills or Special Abilities :

Special consideration will be given to candidates :

Mental health technicians generally work a 40-hour week. Because patients / clients need care 24 hours a day, scheduled work hours may include nights, weekends and holidays. Mental health technicians spend most of their time on their feet and are sometimes confronted with violent patients who must be restrained.

Must be able to lift and / or maneuver a minimum of 50 pounds. This position requires frequent repetitive motions to include but not limited to : bending, stooping, twisting, squatting, reaching, pulling, pushing and maintaining balance. Must be able to stand and / or walk for a minimum of 8 hours at a time during each shift. Must be able to pass Therapeutic Options training and CPR.

CCBHC Model of Care

Family & Children's Services works to heal hurting and abused children, strengthen families, and provide hope and a path to recovery for those battling mental illness and addiction. You will be working in an innovative and dynamic environment using a new transformative model of care Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC). This model is characterized by innovative, team-based approach and whole person care for adults and children with a range of complex mental health and substance use challenges.

Utilizing multi-disciplinary teams, staff work collaboratively to provide a coordinated effort to enhance client recovery. Robust CCBHC services often result in better client outcomes and quality of care due to :

Drug-Free Workplace Policy

This job is classified as a "safety-sensitive" position as defined by the Oklahoma Medical Marijuana and Patient Protection Act. Possession of a medical marijuana license will not exclude any applicant; however all employees are subject to the Family & Children's Services Drug Free Workplace Policy.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities

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