Mental Health Technician - Per

Mental Health Technician

Frontier Behavioral Health's presence in Spokane is more than 100 years strong, allowing our non-profit organization to understand the varied needs of our clients and the larger community. Our programs are designed to provide evidence-based treatment to adults, youth and seniors who are dealing with a wide range of behavioral health issues. As a Trauma-Informed Care Organization, we firmly believe in recovery and that our clients can lead fulfilling and meaningful lives, and we consider it an honor and a privilege to assist them in their journey.

If you want to have a positive impact in the lives of others come join us!

WHY CHOOSE FRONTIER BEHAVIORAL HEALTH?

• At Frontier Behavioral Health, we value our employees and recognize the importance of EVERY employee's contribution to our mission.
• Our behavioral health services make a positive difference in the lives of those we serve and contribute to the health, safety, and quality of life for everyone in Spokane County.
• At FBH we have a variety of client services, including outpatient, inpatient, community outreach, crisis services, partnerships with schools, law enforcement and more.
• Our evidence-based, culturally appropriate, trauma informed behavioral health services address the diverse needs of those we serve.

The Mental Health Technician is an active member of the inpatient team who provides direct supervision and interactions with adults who are experiencing serious and/or chronic mental health disorders. This includes, taking vital signs, serving meals and snacks, and monitoring clients' activities, and behaviors. The MHT routinely engages with clients in a manner that is respectful, professional, and courteous.

SHIFT
- Per Required Need (PRN) for various shifts at our Evaluation & Treatment Inpatient Units at our Calispel or our Foothills locations.

Possible shifts are as follows:

• Weekday
  - Monday-Friday 7AM
  -3:30PM
• Weekday Swing
  - Monday
  - Friday - 3:00PM- 11:30PM
  - Added Shift Differential
• Weeknight
  - Monday-Friday - 11PM-7:30AM
  - Added Shift Differential
• Weekend Day
  - Saturday/Sunday - 7AM-7:30PM
  - Added Shift Differential
• Weekend Night
  - Saturday/Sunday - 7:00PM - 7:30AM
  - Added Shift Differential

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES includes but are not limited to the following:

• Monitor and supervise client activities and behaviors, including general supervision of milieu and completion of scheduled patient rounding.
• Complete clear, objective clinical documentation regarding patient activities and behaviors in an appropriate time frame.
• Provide feedback to clinical staff regarding patient interactions, activities, and behaviors.
• Report suspected changes in patient condition and/or potential crisis situations to the charge nurse or unit leader.
• Adhere to and follow the patients' written treatment plan.
• Provide verbal redirection and gradual guidance to patients if needed and role model appropriate behavior including utilizing de-escalation techniques that align with FBH provided training.
• Remain alert and provide direct line of sight monitoring of patients as needed.
• Provide general house cleaning services i.e., vacuuming, dusting, washing dishes, laundry, sanitation of counters etc.
• Engage patients in social conversation, provide supportive listening, encourage and/or set up recreation activities.
• Complete patients' personal belongings inventory and assist with admissions as needed.
• Attend/participate in required trainings, meetings, and supervision sessions.
• Serve patient meals and snacks.
• Maintain and enhance customer service to ensure that both external and internal customers of FBH have a positive experience.
• Establish and maintain a good working relationship with all RNs', providers and FBH staff.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFIED…