Share Email Opening Title Mental Health Technician - PRN  Description Wyandot BHN is seeking a dedicated Mental Health Technician to join our team on a PRN "as needed" basis. Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, the Mental Health Tech provides direct client care, interacting with clients either individually or in a group setting. The hours for this position vary between shifts on an "as needed" basis: Monday thru Friday - 3 shifts (Day, Evening and Overnights) Saturday & Sunday - 2 shifts (Day/Overnights)   Essential Job Duties: Answer phones and accurately documents information from caller and route calls to appropriate party within the organization. Will be responsible for conducting the initial intake and assist with the assessment to ensure that an initial treatment plan is developed that will help identify the services needed for client care. Provides client and family with orientation to program and services. Register clients in the client database ensuring that there is a client record and number assigned Monitors and maintains documentation of client services, ensuring compliance with Agency policies and procedures, agencies’ standards and guidelines. Demonstrates knowledge of program/department/agency goals and targeted outcomes, and adheres to practice standards and to data collection and reporting protocols. Attends and participates in program, staff meetings; and related community agency meetings as required/requested. Performs outreach with clients/families, via phone, to help engage clients and families. Organized, self-directed, works well independently and with others. Ability to complete documentation in a timely and accurate manner   Position Requirements Job Requirements: High School diploma or GED equivalent. Current or recent studies in behavioral healthcare a plus! Ability to effectively use all devices, equipment, computer systems required to fulfill the essential functions of this position.. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including verbal and  written skills. Includes ability to adapt style of communication to audience. Ability to facilitate planning meetings with individuals from multiple systems. Ability to interact positively with staff and clients and maintain a professional and pleasant demeanor at all times. Ability to establish effective on-going working relationships with center staff. Ability to adapt easily and readily to a changing environment and work priorities. Experience / knowledge working in an Electronic Medical Record. Complies with all Center policies and procedures. Must be able to safely perform essential job functions, with or without reasonable accommodations. Clearance through the Kansas Child Abuse/Neglect Register and criminal background check. Must be able to safely perform essential job functions, with or without reasonable accommodations. Protects confidential information; verifying existence of appropriate releases. Photocopies requested materials as needed.   Full-Time/Part-Time PRN   Shift Various Shifts   Hours Varied, based on staffing needs   Pay Range $18 per hour   Division RSI   Number of Openings 1   About the Organization Wyandot Behavioral Health Network (Wyandot BHN) is a family of organizations serving the behavioral health needs of Wyandotte County, Kansas, and beyond. Our network of organizations provides resources for adults, children and families in need of behavioral health services; individuals experiencing homelessness; assistance with housing, employment, and other needs. Wyandot BHN organizations include: • Kim Wilson Housing, Inc. - Supportive housing program • RSI - 24/7 Crisis Center • PACES - Children & adolescents behavioral health care center • Wyandot Center - Adult behavioral health care center   EOE Statement Wyandot Behavioral Health Network's family of organizations: Kim Wilson Housing, PACES, RSI and Wyandot Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Wyandot Behavioral Health Network to provide equal employment opportunity to all persons, regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex/gender (to include orientation, identity or expression), disability, handicap, age, or any other basis prohibited by law. Any act of retaliation or discrimination against any person who has filed a complaint or assisted or participated in any investigation involving a complaint is prohibited.   This position is currently not accepting applications. 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