Mental Health Technician, Mht

NewVista Behavioral Health

Pickerington, OH, United States
Base: $15-18ph; bonus/equity: not specified; benef...
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Direct patient care responsibilities
Crisis prevention intervention (cpi) training
Cpr certification maintenance
NewVista Behavioral Health is seeking experienced Mental Health Technicians (MHT) to provide care and treatment to patients in a therapeutic setting in Pickerington, OH. The role involves direct patient care, monitoring safety, and performing medical procedures under the guidance of nursing staff, with a preference for candidates who have prior experience in behavioral health

Job Summary

  • The role involves providing direct patient care and continuous safety monitoring in a therapeutic behavioral health setting.
  • Employees must maintain current CPI and CPR certifications while performing routine medical procedures under RN direction.
  • The company offers comprehensive benefits including up to $15,000 in tuition reimbursements and student loan forgiveness programs.

Matching Summary

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NewVista Behavioral Health is seeking experienced Mental Health Technicians (MHT) to provide care and treatment to patients in a therapeutic setting in Pickerington, OH. The role involves direct patient care, monitoring safety, and performing medical procedures under the guidance of nursing staff, with a preference for candidates who have prior experience in behavioral health.

Salary

Base: $15-18/hr; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Medical packages, dental, vision, 401k match, tuition reimbursement

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Direct patient care responsibilities
  • Crisis prevention intervention (CPI) training
  • CPR certification maintenance
  • Vital signs and medical procedures
  • Patient observation and rounding

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with behavioral health patients
  • Group facilitation skills
  • Knowledge of psychiatric diagnosis
  • Handle with Care training preferred
  • Reliable and dependable work ethic

Key Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED required
  • Associates or Bachelor's degree in Psychology preferred
  • Valid CPR certification required
  • CPI training and certification required
  • Previous behavioral health experience strongly preferred

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