Mental Health Tech Behavioral

Mental Health Tech Behavioral

Location:

Olean General Hospital Location of Job: US:

NY:

Olean Work Type:
Part-Time Shift 3

Job Description

Under direct supervision, the Mental Health Tech provides crisis evaluations and assessments in Psychiatry. The Mental Health Tech provides individual and group educational therapy. Works with the treatment team, including Psychiatrists, Mental Health Counselors, Registered Professional Nurses and Social Workers. The Mental Health Tech maintains a working relationship with the community health, welfare and social agencies while adhering to Olean General Hospital policies and procedures.

Education And Credentials

Bachelor's degree from an accredited program with a major in mental health counseling or its equivalent;
Master's degree preferred. Successful completion of BLS course and completion of Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) required.

Experience

Previous experience in a mental health setting preferred. Requires ability for complex decision making processes, independent judgment and critical thinking. Able to maintain composure and effectiveness in emergency situations and when handling multiple priorities. Good communication skills, both verbally and written.

Working Conditions

Department: OGH Behavioral Health ER Standard Hours Bi-Weekly: 37.50 Weekend/Holiday Requirement:
Yes On Call

Required:

No With Rotation:
Scheduled

Work Hours:

11p-7a Work Arrangement:
Onsite Union Code: N35 - Non Union OGH Requisition #: 11862 Recruiter:
Erica R. Babcock Grade: OLH3 Pay Frequency:
Bi-Weekly

* Wage will be determined based on factors such as candidate's experience, qualifications, internal equity, and any applicable collective bargaining agreement.

Olean General Hospital's mission is to advance the health of our community, and we believe our diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) strategic work is mission-critical for the good of our workforce and the community who need and depend on our care and services. We understand that racism and health inequities stand firmly in the way of advancing the health of our community, and Olean General Hospital envisions DEI as the pursuit of equity and restorative justice for every person.

We will exemplify courage and accountability through both the professing and practice of our core values for our friends, colleagues, and community. Olean General Hospital is committed to creating a culture of equity and inclusion where diversity is valued and celebrated!