Job Summary
The Mental Health Technician plays a crucial role in delivering mental health services and conducting assessments, while also leading psycho-social-educational programs for patients under clinical oversight. This position involves performing mental health evaluations, addressing urgent concerns, and offering guidance to facility staff to aid in the recovery of patients.
Responsibilities
- Provide mental health services and engage in patient assessments.
- Facilitate psycho-social-educational programming for individuals receiving care.
- Conduct mental health checks and triage any concerns that arise.
- Offer consultation and support to facility staff to enhance the patient recovery process.
Qualifications
- A bachelor’s degree in a field related to mental health or social sciences is required; equivalent professional experience may be considered.
- Current CPR certification is mandatory.
- Knowledge of mental health interventions and crisis management techniques is essential.
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