Mental Health Technician- 3p-11:30p Job at Chicago Behavioral Hospital
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Why Chicago Behavioral Hospital?
Chicago Behavioral Hospital (CBH) is a 147-bed acute care facility located in Des Plaines, IL and has been providing mental health treatment to the Chicagoland community and the state of Illinois since 2014. We are dedicated to offering services to meet the ever-changing emotion and behavioral healthcare needs of adolescents, adults, and their families. We offer specialized inpatient programs and outpatient services proven to decrease symptoms of mental illness.
Chicago Behavioral Hospital is part of US HealthVest which is an innovative behavioral healthcare company that has redefined the psychiatric hospital space. There are nine hospitals throughout the United States within our hospital system.
If you are looking for a career where you can grow and make a difference in your community, we invite you to join our team today!
Title: Mental Health Technician
Department: Nursing
Schedule: 8-hour shifts, rotating weekends
Location: 555 Wilson Lane, Des Plaines, IL 60016
Position Description:
The Mental Health Technician functions as an active part of the treatment team, providing continuous patient care, supervision, interaction, and role modeling to patients ranging in age from preschool through geriatrics depending on which unit worked. MHT's work under the direction of a Registered Nurse.
Education: High School Degree or equivalent preferred; or Certified Nursing Assistant preferred; Degree from an accredited college or university in social work, recreational therapy or appropriate therapeutic discipline.
Experience: One year of related experience, with a knowledge of psychiatric patient care techniques with understanding of mental illness, preferred.
Licensure: Must maintain a valid driver's license in the applicable state.
Additional Requirements: Successful completion CPR certification and Management of Aggressive Behavior training to within 90 days of employment prior to assisting with restraining procedures. May be required to work overtime and flexible hours.
Chicago Behavioral Hospital offers competitive rates and benefits; time off, medical, dental, vision, short term disability, long term disability, life insurance, and matching 401k.
Equal Opportunity Employer
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