Mental Health Technician
As a Mental Health Technician, you would be responsible for the care and wellbeing of all guests at Tranquility Estates.
Tranquility Estates provides safe, comfortable lodging to individuals in the process of recovery from various mental health disorders. We are looking for individuals with a passion for helping and providing support to people at the beginning stages of one of the most important journeys of their lives. Individuals who (if applicable) have practical knowledge of self-help groups and their programs, have one to two years’ experience in a similar position or function, and/or maintain a current CPR certification are certainly preferred, but all with an interest or passion in this field are encouraged to apply!
Your responsibilities as a Mental Health Technician will include:
- Protect guests’ rights by maintaining confidentiality of personal and financial information
- Provide safety and comfort to guests
- Must be able to learn company policies and procedures related to position quickly and effectively upon hire and when company policies and procedures are updated.
- Demonstrates adaptability and flexibility to changes in the work environment.
- Follow Infection Control Guidelines at all times.
- Completes and forwards copy of Incident Reports and any other safety/risk issues to the Operations Supervisor when involved or when witnessing an incident or safety/risk issue.
- Monitors and maintains a safe, therapeutic environment for staff and clients.
- Assists in emergency situations as directed.
- Conducts Waived tests as required, i.e., Urine Drug Screens, Dip Sticks, Breathalyzer, etc (following Infectious Control protocols when handling specimens).
- Responsible for ensuring client rules and responsibilities are being followed throughout the day. Reports noncompliance to Supervisor.
- Direct and monitor clients.
- Responsible for adherence to all policies and procedures of the agency.
- Attend staff meetings and training as scheduled.
- Completes intakes when required.
- Notifies the Supervisor in the event of any problems or issues with clients or staff members.
- Understands and maintains confidentiality of client information and records.
- Maintains a visitors log and confidentiality agreements for all visitors.
- Maintains a clean environment for clients during shifts.
- Must continuously maintain compliance with the agency’s Scope of Practice and Code of Ethics to ensure all ethical and legal requirements are adhered to at all times.
- Adhere to all policies and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook, personnel file and internal communications.
- Maintain agency’s Code of Conduct, Laws of Confidentiality, HIPAA rules and regulations, and maintain appropriate boundaries with clients.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements for this position are as follows:
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Valid Driver’s License
- Professional experience in a similar role strongly preferred
Job Types: Part-time, Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- Day shift
- Night shift
Supplemental pay types:
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Morris Plains, NJ 07950: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Experience:
- Behavioral health: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Preferred)
Work Location: In person