Health Aide ​/ Mental Health Technician. - Bonham

Health Aide / Mental Health Technician - Bonham

Jamison Professional Services, Inc. ("Jamison") is currently seeking a qualified and motivated candidate for the position of Health Aide / Mental Health Technician. Candidate must be able to provide a current resume documenting applicable experience and three (3) professional references, including your current or most recent supervisor.

Job Title:

Health Aide / Mental Health Technician (Residential Rehabilitation Treatment Program)

Location:

Bonham, Texas

Schedule:

Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends, and Holidays as Assigned

Hourly Rate: TBD during interview.

Description of Services:
This position supports Veterans receiving residential rehabilitation services by providing continuous patient observation, therapeutic engagement, behavioral monitoring, and assistance with daily program operations in a 24-hour treatment environment. Contractor personnel work collaboratively with physicians, nurses, rehabilitation technicians, social workers, and other clinical professionals to ensure a safe, structured, and recovery-focused environment.

Responsibilities:

• Observe, monitor, and document patient behaviors, symptoms, actions, and responses to treatment.
• Conduct patient safety rounds every two (2) hours.
• Assist with patient admissions and discharge procedures.
• Escort patients throughout the medical center.
• Provide therapeutic support during individual and group activities.
• Assist physicians and clinical staff in rehabilitation treatment activities.
• Report changes in patient condition or behavior immediately to appropriate clinical staff.
• Monitor patient whereabouts to maintain a safe therapeutic environment.
• Support patients participating in maintenance therapy.
• Orient new patients to the treatment program.
• Respond appropriately during medical emergencies by notifying clinical personnel.
• Occasionally provide front desk reception support by greeting patients and directing visitors appropriately.
• Follow all VA policies, infection control procedures, HIPAA requirements, safety standards, and Residential Rehabilitation Treatment Program procedures.
• Maintain professionalism while promoting a cooperative therapeutic environment.
• Complete all assigned documentation accurately and timely.
• Perform additional duties necessary to support patient care operations.

Required and Desired Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Applicants must meet ALL of the following minimum qualifications.

• High School Diploma or equivalent AND
• Two (2) years of study at an accredited college, university, junior college, or similar institution that included at least 12 semester hours in one or more of the following disciplines:
• Health Sciences / Nursing / Behavioral Science / Social Science / Guidance / Counseling / Teaching / Biological Sciences / Related field
• Minimum one (1) year of direct patient care experience performing therapeutic and supportive tasks in a rehabilitation treatment program or similar behavioral health setting.
• Experience working with patients experiencing mental illness, substance abuse disorders, or behavioral health conditions is highly desirable.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification / ACLS certification if required by assignment.

Position requires:

• Extended standing and walking / Sitting for prolonged periods / Light lifting (up to 25 pounds) / Frequent movement throughout the facility / Ability to safely assist patients as required

Mandatory Pre-Employment Requirements

• Drug screening (if applicable)
• Current TB screening
• Proof of immunity or vaccination (Measles, Mumps & Rubella (MMR), Varicella, Tdap, Annual Influenza, COVID-19 (or approved exemption), Hepatitis B requirements)
• Bloodborne Pathogen training
• Annual fit testing (N95)

Schedule:

This position requires 40 hours per week. Current shifts include:

• 11:30 PM – 8:00 AM
• 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM
• 3:30 PM – 12:00 AM

Candidates must be available to work:
Weekends / Holidays / Rotating schedules as assigned Holiday coverage is required. Overtime is not authorized under this contract. Clearance Level

Required:

Employment is contingent upon successfully completing any required background checks, in accordance with applicable law.

Jamison Corporate Overview:
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