Ranked one of Tennessee’s top places to work, MHC is a rare and special place where outstanding company culture is intentional. Where clients and associates are treated the same, as equals. Mental Health Cooperative, Inc. (MHC) was formed in 1993 to serve individuals with severe and persistent mental illness. Since then, we have expanded our services to children and adolescents with severe emotional disorders across Middle and East Tennessee. Our sole purpose is to support and treat those challenged with serious mental illness and poverty. Although based out of Nashville, we serve several communities across middle and East Tennessee with satellite offices in Antioch, Gallatin, Dickson, Columbia, Cleveland, Murfreesboro, Clarksville, Cookeville, Chattanooga, and Memphis. 

If you are interested in joining a team that is caring, collaborative, innovative and energizing this might be a great place for you!

Job Title: Mental Health Technician 

JOB SUMMARY: Provide Consumer care and monitoring in the Emergency Psychiatric Services Department promoting a safe and therapeutic environment and assisting consumer needs while receiving emergency psychiatric interventions.

Schedule available:

12a-12p (Sunday, Monday, Tuesday)

RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Engage with Consumers admitted to EPS and assist their needs during their stay
2. Assist with de-escalating Consumers in crisis and provide on-going monitoring to ensure Consumer and staff safety.
3. Work collaboratively with EPS treatment team to develop and implement initial treatment plans.
4. Promote a recovery-based approach to care that emphasizes hope, respect, self-direction and empowerment.
5. Assist and engage with consumers to achieve their goals and treatment plan.
6. Assist in consumer transfers to the Crisis treatment Center 1 (CTC1), Crisis Treatment Center 2 (CTC2), Crisis Stabilization Unit (CSU) and Intensive Intervention Center (IIC).
7. Obtain and secure consumer belongings on admission to EPS treatment programs in accordance with agency policies.
8. Utilize Therapeutic Options and therapeutic restraint/seclusion to ensure consumer and staff safety as warranted
9. Maintain a safe therapeutic environment free of sharps and other potentially harmful objects.
10. Monitor and communicate consumer’s behavior, level of cooperation, and ability to remain safe while admitted to EPS.
11. Ensure consumer safety checks are a priority and completed
12. Provide consumers with needed supplies (food, toiletries, etc).
13. Participate in cross-training in all EPS Treatment programs as desired
14. Work collaboratively with MCRT staff.
15. Ensure Customer Service is a priority with all consumers.
16. Communicate effectively with staff, supervisors, and consumers.
17. Demonstrate proficiency an obtain vital signs.
18. Assist nursing with POC tests: UDS collection
19. Versatility in the workplace and among units at EPS
20. Attend team meetings, supervision, and training as required.
21. Follow Universal Precautions policies and procedures at all times

REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• Minimum of 1-2 years’ experience working in the mental health or health care field preferred
• CNA, CNT, MA, EMT a plus and preferred
• eCW experience a plus
• Therapeutic Options certification a plus
• Visible Hand experience a plus
• Valid Tennessee Driver’s License
• Acceptable Motor Vehicle Report (MVR)
• Acceptable Criminal Background Investigation
• Personal Automobile Insurance
• “F” Endorsement
• Successful Completion of Therapeutic Options Training

ABOUT YOU

Recovery Focused

• Knowledge of principles of recovery

Interpersonal Skills

• Exceptional interpersonal skills, with a collaborative style and the ability to communicate effectively at all levels.
• Internal and external customer service indicative of mutual respect and trust

Communication

• Effective written and verbal communication

Time Management/Organization

• Ability to prioritize, remain calm and focused when dealing with consumer

Crisis

• Remain flexible and demonstrate positive attitude to respond to changing needs
• Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing environment

Leadership Skills

• Good judgment with the ability to make timely and sound decisions
• Commitment to excellence and high standards

BENEFITS

Mental Health Cooperative offers a full comprehensive benefit plan for you to participate in. The following products are available:

• Medical Insurance/Prescription Drug Coverage
• Health Savings Account
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
• Short- & Long-Term Disability
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Cancer Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• 403b - Retirement Plan
• Calm App for medication and mental health
• Gym membership discounts

Mental Health Cooperative embraces inclusion, diversity and equal opportunity. We're committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. Mental Health Cooperative is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.