Share Email Opening Title Mental Health Tech III (Mon/Tues/Wed-Nights) Liberty  About the Organization CenterPointe Hospitals and Signature Psychiatric Hospitals are premier providers of behavioral health care services, delivered with compassion for patients and their families, respect for employees, physicians and other health professionals, accountability for clinical and ethical performance, and responsibility to the communities we serve. We are free-standing acute psychiatric hospitals with locations in St. Charles, Columbia, Kansas City and Liberty, Missouri. Treatment is based on the belief that, through a combination of medically managed care and therapeutic intervention and education, patients can learn to effectively manage their illnesses and cope with the effects on their lives.   Location Signature Psychiatric Hospital - Liberty   Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time   Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt   Shift Various Shifts   Position Mental Health Tech III   Description The Mental Health Tech III (MHT III) functions as an active part of the treatment team, providing continuous patient care, including supervising and overseeing outdoor breaks during this time, supervision, interaction, and role modeling to patients ranging in age from preschool through adult depending on which unit worked. MHTs work under the general direction of a Registered Nurse.   Position Requirements Education: High School Degree or equivalent required; Certified Nursing Assistant preferred; Degree from an accredited college or university in psychology, social work, recreational therapy or appropriate therapeutic discipline preferred. Experience: Previous related experience, with knowledge of psychiatric patient care techniques and understanding of mental illness preferred. Demonstrated mastery of group curriculum; two (2) years of experience at CenterPointe Hospital as a MHT II; no discipline or attendance issues for a twenty-four (24) month period. Additional Requirements: Successful completion of CPR Certification and successful completion of crisis intervention prevention provided during new employee orientation and prior to assisting with restraint procedures. Must also complete Unlicensed Assistive Personnel (UAP) training (both clinical practicum and classroom) as required per Missouri Hospital Licensure regulation 19 CSP 30-20.125. May be required to work flexible and overtime hours. SKILLS: Ability to communicate in English, both verbally and in writing. Strong interpersonal skills. Knowledge of nursing care methods and procedures, sterile technique, medical terminology. Basic computer knowledge   EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.   Req Number NUR-22-00122   This position is currently not accepting applications. To search for an open position, please go to http://CenterPointeHospital.appone.com WE ALSO RECOMMEND Other Jobs Within Same Category -- None found -- Other Jobs Within 60 Miles -- None found --

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