Mental Health Tech - Behavioral Health Unit, Inpatient

Overview

Join UF Health and be part of a team committed to exceptional patient care, innovation, and community impact. We are currently seeking a passionate individual who is eager to make a difference in a dynamic healthcare environment.

Responsibilities

The Mental Health Tech provides care, support, supervision and safety for patients on an Inpatient Behavioral Health Unit. Works collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team and under direct supervision of an RN to ensure the provision of quality patient care. Assists in developing and leading milieu groups and activities. Works directly with other staff to provide patient and staff safety. Monitors all patients for any changes in mood, affect and/or physical conditions and reports this to the nurse.

Schedule

FTE: 0.10 (PRN)

Hours: 7:00pm-7:00am; with some weekends

Days: Variable

Location: St. Augustine, FL

Qualifications

Education/Training

Required: High School Diploma/Equivalent

Experience

Required: 0 - 1 year Mental Health Unit/Direct Patient Care

• Preferred: Experience working with patients in a mental health care setting.

Certificates/Licenses/Registration

Required:

• Basic Life Support (BLS). provided by American Heart Association (AHA), required within 30 days of employment.
• WELLE Certification. Completion of WELLE training (Non-Abusive Psychological & Physical Intervention) within 90-days of employment; annual re-certification will be required thereafter.

Must successfully pass an AHCA Level 2 screening for this position:https://info.flclearinghouse.com/