What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mental Health Technician position at Oaklawn Psychiatric Center?
**Mental Health Technician - Adult Inpatient Unit - Goshen
Are you looking for a rewarding and supportive work environment with opportunities to grow? Join Oaklawn, where hope and healing begin, in addressing the mental health needs of our community.
Who We Are**
Oaklawn is the leading provider of mental health and addiction services in Elkhart, Goshen, South Bend, Mishawaka and the surrounding communities of northern Indiana. We serve 27,000 children, adolescents and adults annually through treatment that spans the continuum of care. Our services range from skills training and case management to outpatient therapy and inpatient care, specializing in complex cases.
With nearly 900 employees on four campuses, Oaklawn offers unparalleled clinical training and robust opportunities for growth. Oaklawn has led ground-breaking initiatives in children's mental health, addiction treatment, cross-cultural outreach, housing for seriously mentally ill adults and more. Our staff have unique opportunities for advancement while working on the cutting edge of community mental health.
What We Offer
We offer competitive compensation and career advancement opportunities.
- Starting rate of $20.88
- Start earning PTO on your first day
- Work life balance
- Employee assistance program
- Regular supervision
What You'll Do As a Mental Health Technician
We are hiring for a full-time MHT working 3rd shift.
Primary Duties
- Provide technical psychiatric services which are directed toward the following:
- Assistance in maintaining daily routines for adult clients
- Providing skills and support to enable clients to regain coping abilities and prevent further disability
- Creating a therapeutic milieu to facilitate healing
As a vital part of the client's treatment, the mental health worker will interact with a variety of professionals. The mental health worker will work with nursing staff, or lead staff member to receive assignments and report pertinent data. The mental health worker works with the treatment team to implement treatment plan interventions. The mental health worker may have contact with families, significant others, and other social service representatives.
Requirements
- High School diploma or equivalent required.
- At least 20 years of age
- Experience with targeted population preferred.
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