Apollo Behavioral Health Hospital is Hiring a Mental Health Technician - PRN day or nights Near Baton Rouge, LA
MENTAL HEALTH TECHNICIAN NEEDED PRN DAYS OR NIGHTS Apollo Behavioral Health Hospital, newly constructed in 2018 - state of the art Inpatient facility conveniently located at 9938 Airline Highway and our new Outpatient facility located at 615 Chevelle Ct. Job Responsibilities:
Demonstrates teamwork by carrying out routine and assigned task with the outpatient programs
Documents patient's observed behavior, vital signs, significant occurrences, departure from hospital, and observation findings of patients as requested by nurse
Assist nurse with patient care tasks and the nurse or activity director with therapeutic interventions
Flexible with work schedule when necessary to provide coverage
Assists with coordination of distributing lunches, cleaning the kitchen after lunch and attending to the patients' needs during lunch
Provide care and assist patients in daily living activities including but not limited to diaper change, cleaning, bathing and feeding
Oversees the cleanliness of the facility
Skills Needed:
Ability to work under close supervision with distractions/demanding patients and follow verbal and written instructions
Ability to communicate effectively
Good physical and mental health as evidenced by warm empathic attitude
Respect for the dignity, worth, and potentiality of each person and a high sense of personal integrity
Must be able to stand on feet for long intervals and ability to life a patient in order to provide care according to the essential job function
Education/Experience/License required:
At least One year mental health experience preferred but not required
Must have CPR certification
Maintain CPI certification
High School Diploma or GED equivalent
To apply, please visit or visit the careers page on our website Apollo Behavioral Health Hospital provides a competitive salary; Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance; Other optional employer-provided benefits (i.e., Critical Illness); 401(k) retirement plan and profit-sharing plan; Holidays, PTO and a sensitivity towards Employee Work/Life balance.