Mental Health Tech at MultiCare Health System in Auburn, Washington

Job Description:

Job Details

Job ID: 94840
Location: Auburn, WA

Entity: Auburn Medical Center
Category: Behavioral Health
Specialty: Behavioral Health

Department: Adult Psychiatry AMC
Employment Type: On-Call/Per-Diem
Primary Shift: Day
Work Schedule: 8 hour shifts (7AM-3:30PM)

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Position Summary:
The Mental Health Technician (MHT) functions as part of a collaborative, interdisciplinary treatment team responsible for providing a safe, supportive, and therapeutic environment for psychiatric patients and assist with the provision of basic patient care and recovery needs under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse. The MHT provides and documents interventions in a variety of modalities individually matched to the needs of each patient. The incumbent provides group as well as individual interaction with patients receiving inpatient psychiatric treatment in adherence with established treatment guidelines and agency policies and procedures.

Minimum Requirements:

Education/Licenses/Certifications:
Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or any other human services field required

Two (2) years of inpatient Behavioral Health experience may be considered in lieu of a Bachelor's Degree

One (1) year of direct patient care experience preferred

Must obtain Washington State Agency Affiliated Counselor registration within 60 days of hire unless a higher credential is held

Must obtain a Nursing Assistant Registered or C.N.A. prior to start date

Basic Life Support Health Care Provider card through American Heart Association