Job Information
Hackensack Meridian Health Mental Health Technician - Behavioral Health - Raritan Bay - Full Time Nights in Perth Amboy, New Jersey
Overview
Our team members are the heart of what makes us better. At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients live better, healthier lives — and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning. It’s also about how we support one another and how we show up for our community. Together, we keep getting better - advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change.
Responsibilities
Provides routine patient care services to our patients under the direction of a professional nurse. Duties include assisting patients in daily living activities, taking and recording vital signs, facilitating psycho-educational group sessions and utilizing crisis intervention techniques as necessary
Assists patients with daily living activities (i.e.; 1-to-1 Supervision, Laundry, Bathing, and Toileting)
Conducts patient search at admission, upon return from pass, or as clinically indicated under the direction of a Registered Nurse
Functions as a role model of healthy interpersonal relationships and demonstrates appropriate behavior for patients, family, and staff
Qualifications
Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:
- High School Diploma or equivalent
Licenses and Certifications Required:
- AHA Basic Health Care Life Support HCP Certification within 30 days of hire.
If you feel that the above description speaks directly to your strengths and capabilities, then please apply today!
Job ID 2024-158101
Department PA-Carrier BH Orange/Gold 3
Site Raritan Bay Medical Center
Job Location US-NJ-Perth Amboy
Position Type Full Time with Benefits
Standard Hours Per Week 36
Shift Night
Shift Hours 7pm to 7am
Weekend Work Every Other Weekend
On Call Work No On-Call Required
Holiday Work Three of 6