Mental Health Technician - Carrefour - PRN

A brief summary of what's ahead

Location:

Horizons Reno County Full Time Equivalent (FTE):

0 Job position summary:

Provides intensive, goal directed services to support individuals who are in a mental health crisis which require crisis stabilization services.

The benefits have never been more rewarding. Here are a few things we offer:

Paid Parental Leave

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Holiday premium pay

Shift and weekend differential pay

401k with a 6% employer match

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

Employee assistance program

Here is a look at the full job description:

Mental Health Technician - Carrefour - PRN Essential Responsibilities:

Responsibilities listed in this section are core to the position. Inability to perform these responsibilities with or without an accommodation may result in disqualification from the position.

• •Complete timely and accurate documentation as per Health System/affiliate policy.
• •Provide crisis stabilization services to individuals experiencing a mental health crisis.
• •Supports clients as it relates to daily living, medication compliance, goal management, crisis management, and client safety.
• •Utilize deescalating skills when appropriate.
• •Interact with clients in a positive and supporting manner.
• •Act in accordance with the established mission, vision, and values.
• •Abide by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability privacy and security regulations regarding all aspects of Protected Health Information (PHI).
• •Maintain effective communication and professional working relationships with patients/clients and their representatives, team members, contractors, physicians, peers, outside agencies, and the public.

General Responsibilities:

Perform other duties as assigned.

People Management Responsibilities:

Does this position have people management responsibilities?:

☐ Yes 🗷 No

“Yes” indicates that this position entails overseeing and guiding team members, encompassing employment decisions and/or suggestions, as well as conducting formal performance assessments.

"No" indicates that this position does not involve managing team members.

Minimum Qualifications :

Required Education and Experience

High School diploma or GED equivalent

Must be at least 21 years of age

Required License/Certifications/Registrations

• •Current BLS/CPR card from approved provider within 30 days of hire or by the end of orientation, whichever comes first.
• •Kansas Driver’s License (if position requires driving)
• •Auto Insurance equal to or greater than the Kansas Insurance requirements (if position requires driving)
• •Successfully pass KBI, DCF, child abuse check, adult abuse registry, and routine motor-vehicle screens.

Preferred Qualifications:

Preferred Education and Experience

Two years or more professional experience in mental health services, crisis response, or a related field.

Preferred License/Certifications/Registrations

none

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

• •Familiarity with community mental health services.
• •Basic computer skills.
• •Multi-tasking and prioritization skills.
• •Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively.

Physical Requirements:

With or without accommodation.

Light Work: Occasionally exerting up to 25 lbs - frequently exerting up to 10 lbs. 11-25% of the day may be standing or walking.

We provide equal employment opportunities

Hutchinson Regional Healthcare System does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals and to prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind.

We participate in E-Verify

We will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, we are required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before we can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. We will only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed form I-9.