Job Details
Mental Health Technicians-Acute Care Unit -Belle Mead - PT/Nights
Overview
Carrier Clinic, a behavioral health system, has been a trusted source of compassionate help and supportive healing for patients and their families since we opened our doors in 1910.
Carrier Clinic has been a trusted source of expert care for those afflicted with mental disorders or substance abuse. We rank among the top psychiatric and rehab recovery centers in NJ for several reasons. We’re always respectful of our patients’ privacy. We’re always compassionate to each individual situation. Our specialized mental health and addiction treatment programs work to return adults, adolescents, and older adults back to enjoyable and productive lives.
We invite you to listen to our team members share what it's like to be part of HMH's Carrier Clinic Team:
Responsibilities
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Provides routine patient care services to our patients under the direction of a professional nurse. Duties include assisting patients in daily living activities, taking and recording vital signs, facilitating psycho-educational group sessions and utilizing crisis intervention techniques as necessary
- Assists patients with daily living activities (i.e.; 1-to-1 Supervision, Laundry, Bathing, and Toileting)
- Conducts patient search at admission, upon return from pass, or as clinically indicated under the direction of a Registered Nurse
- Functions as a role model of healthy interpersonal relationships and demonstrates appropriate behavior for patients, family, and staff
- All positions include a mandatory Every Other Weekend and some Holiday work requirements
- Mandatory New Hire Orientation is (7) weekdays from 8:00am-4:30pm
Qualifications
Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:
- High School Diploma or equivalent
Skills/Licenses Preferred:
- Drivers License
- One year behavioral health care experience
- AHA Basic Health Care Life Support HCP Certification or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certification.
- First Aid Program
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/ university in social work, psychology, nursing or related field
Our Network
Hackensack Meridian Health (HMH) is a Mandatory COVID-19 and Influenza Vaccination Facility
As a courtesy to assist you in your job search, we would like to send your resume to other areas of our Hackensack Meridian Health network who may have current openings that fit your skills and experience.