Mental Health Technician - Pathways - Per Diem
Manchester, New Hampshire
Mental Health Technician – Pathways
Who We Are:
Pathways is our 16-bed adult inpatient behavioral health unit. Elliot Behavioral Health Services is staffed by a team of mental health professionals who tailor both evaluation and treatment services to each individual patient. These patients with persistent mental health illnesses are admitted voluntarily or involuntarily for 5-14 days. Our state-of-the-art units provide a wide array of equipment and patient acuity depending on a nurse’s professional interests, certifications, and experience level.
About the Job:
The Mental Health Technician works under the direction of the RN Charge Nurse, and shares responsibility for providing and maintaining a therapeutic milieu through supervised therapeutic activities. The Mental Health Technician facilitates and provides direct care for patients of all ages; supports the therapeutic milieu; ensures the safety and well-being of patients.
What You’ll Do:
- Participates in conversation, recreational activities, and basic living activities
- Sets limits, confronts counterproductive behavior, and reassures and orients patients
- Performs safety checks and assists in managing therapeutic milieu
- Collaborates with other unit personnel with crisis intervention techniques
- Facilitates and leads community meetings and groups
Who You Are:
- Associates degree, Certification in Behavioral Sciences program, or its equivalent coursework required
- 6 months experience in behavioral health setting
- Aggression de-escalation training approved by EHS
Why You’ll Love Us:
- Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits starting the 1st of the month following start date
- Accrued Earned Time
- 403b with matching (fully vested) and discretionary annual core contributions
- Tuition Reimbursement up to $4,000/year for full time coded employees over 30 hours/week
- Nursing Student Loan Paydown Program up to $20,000
- Sign on Bonus Eligible
- Miscellaneous Benefits – Pet Insurance, Legal Services, Vendor Discounts
Work Schedule: Per Diem - Days and Nights - 7:00am - 7:30pm or 7:00pm - 7:30am
Elliot Health System is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Career Development
The Elliot is committed to working with you to develop a rewarding career path that provides many opportunities for learning and growth.
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Living & Working in NH
NH is an economically strong region with a low cost of living, including no state sales or income tax, outstanding schools, and safe and vibrant communities in which to raise a family. We are located less than one hour from Boston, the Seacoast, and the White Mountains. The area is not only known for the premier medical and clinical excellence available but also for vast recreational opportunities for every lifestyle.
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Benefits
As an employee at Elliot Health System you are a valued member of a team that makes a higher level of care happen every day. We believe that you deserve the most affordable and comprehensive benefits we can provide. Please view our comprehensive list of benefits below.
