Psych Tech; Temp

Responsibilities Who We Are

River Oaks Hospital, affiliated with Universal Health Services, is located in metropolitan New Orleans, Louisiana, is a private psychiatric facility for adults, adolescents and children. Since 1970, River Oaks has established a tradition of excellence in the treatment of acute psychiatric illness, dual diagnosis, alcohol and drug detoxification, trauma based disorders, compulsive behaviors, and eating disorders, River Oaks has provided quality treatment to service individuals suffering from mental illness, and/or addictive disorders.

Situated on a 14-acre campus, services are available at all levels of care (inpatient, day or partial hospitalization, outpatient, and intensive outpatient).

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We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate
Psychiatric Tech (Mental Health Tech - RBT certified preferred)to join our healthcare team. The Mental Health Tech serves as an active member of the clinical staff; assists in maintenance of a safe, clean, therapeutic environment; assures patient participation in program activities; and performs technical/patient care duties relative to patient’s health and safety.

Shifts Available:
Days (7am - 7pm), rotating weekends;
Nights (7pm - 7am), rotating weekends

Must work 36 hours week

Temporary assignment is 8 weeks. The temporary assignment may be extended additional weeks based on organizational needs.

If the temporary assignment extends working through the holidays, the candidate must be able to work the holidays as follows:

• Day Shift Tech
  • Must work Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day and New Years Day
• Night Shift Tech
  • Must work Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve and New Years Eve

NOTE:

Candidates employed by any UHS facility within the last 6 months are not eligible for these appointmens.

Hourly rate: $25.00

This position is not eligible for shift differential or benefits.

• Education – High School diploma or GED required. Some college preferred.
• Must have experience working with patients at least one year in a behavioral health setting. Prefer experience with adolescents or children.
• Certifications – Must maintain current CPR certification.
  RBT certification highly desirable.
• Must have ability to apply de-escalation and crisis intervention techniques to ensure safety for patients and staff.
• Communication – Must possess excellent verbal skills in communicating with patients, coworkers and visitors.
• Teamwork – Must be able to actively participate in a treatment team environment.
• Service Excellence – Consistently demonstrates all Service Excellence Standards.

• Conducts thorough assessments of patients’ mental and physical health, documenting findings accurately in medical records.
• Monitors patients during the required 15-minute checks.
• Conducts vital signs.
• Knows location and condition of all patients at all times
• Ensure proper hand off of clinical information
• Performs safety checks daily and as needed per guidelines
• Manage group of patients in outside activities; i.e., smoke breaks, outings, walks, meals, and group study.
• Assists in management of behavior and control of destructive behavior per facility guidelines
• Recognizes signs of impaired social interaction and motivates patients toward desired cooperation
• Teaches alternatives to destructive behavior

• Previous experience in a mental health hospital setting is required.
• Knowledge of aliment-related issues affecting mental health is a plus.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, are essential for effective patient interaction.
• Strong collaborative skills and ability to work effectively with others
• Ability to exhibit empathy, respect and compassion that…