POSITION SUMMARY:
The mental health technician (MHT) is the direct care staff of the CCSU. MHTs are responsible for ensuring the safety of clients and maintaining a therapeutic milieu.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Supervise the residents ensuring that they are safe and secure at all times
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Implement milieu management systems
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Document resident daily activities
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Take phone referrals, conduct admission screens and complete admission materials
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Conduct group discussion/activities and recreational activities
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Assist resident in utilizing acceptable coping skills
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Prepare meals for residents
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Contribute to general cleanliness of the facility
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Supervise medication administration
QUALIFICATIONS:
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Minimum high school diploma or equivalent
- Valid KY driver's license
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Proof of insurance
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Acceptable yearly background check and drug screen
JOB REQUIREMENTS / EXPECTATIONS:
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MHTs are not required to be able to lift anything over 10lbs.
- MHTs may be required to engage or assist in safe crisis management holds.
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MHTs are not required to transport clients.
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MHTs are expected to present themselves in a professional manner
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MHTs are required to complete company trainings in a timely manner
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MHTs are required to participate in yearly performance evaluations with manager
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MHTs are expected to be able to stand and use their hands/arms 66% of their shift; walk, stoop, kneel, or crouch 33% of their shift; talk, hear, and communicate more than 66% of their shift
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MHTs must have adequate vision with or without visual aids (MHTs are expected to have close, distance, color, peripheral, depth vision, and the ability to adjust/focus vision with or without aids).
CORE VALUES:
All employees must be willing to live our company's core values.
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Integrity – Exhibiting the highest moral, ethical and legal standards. Doing the right thing – even when no one else is looking.
- Teamwork – Putting team success over personal success. Actively valuing the strengths and talents of others.
- Trust/Respect– Seeing and believing in the good intentions of others. Interacting with others in a way that makes them feel valued. Listening without judging. Offering understanding and acceptance.
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Care/Compassion – Demonstrating unconditional kindness, concern and empathy. Exhibiting genuine concern for others.
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Ownership/Accountability – Taking personal responsibility for one’s work, actions and feelings. Accepting responsibility for and learning from mistakes.
