LEAD TECH - MH/BH; NO DEGREE
Job in
Madera, Madera County, California, 93638, USA
Listing for:
Universal Hospital Services Inc.
Full Time
position
Listed on 2026-02-08
Job specializations:
-
Healthcare
Healthcare Nursing, Mental Health
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 35000 - 55000 USD Yearly
USD
35000.00
55000.00
YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: LEAD TECH - MH/BH (NO DEGREE)
Responsibilities
POSITION SUMMARY
The Lead Tech is responsible for planning and implementing activity services for assigned program, which involves defining and implementing treatment goals as a member of the treatment team and provide continuous patient care, observation, interaction, and role modeling to patients under the direction of the CNO. This position functions as an integral part in the training of mental health technicians.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education: High School Degree or equivalent, Certified Nursing Assistant preferred.
Experience: One year of related experience, with knowledge of psychiatric patient care techniques with understanding of mental illness, preferred. At least one year of experience training and developing other staff members in psychiatric patient care techniques or at least one year of experience performing similar duties.
Additional Requirements: CPR certification and successful completion of Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) training. CPI Training may be obtained during new hire orientation.
STANDARDS OF PERFORMANCE
THE ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS ARE CATEGORIZED UNDER THE JC STANDARDS OF PERFORMANCE.
AssessmentTake and record vital signs properly.Utilize sound judgment during assessment and observe and document any changes in a patient s appearance, behavior or ability to work toward treatment plan goals.Communicate changes in patient s condition to the charge nurse.Treatment PlanningFollow the therapeutic interventions outlined by the treatment team for each patient.Ensure awareness of patient s individualized plan of care including goals and interventions.Provide information to the charge nurse that assists in the development and revision of the treatment plan.Document the treatment plan, nursing interventions and the patient s response to the intervention.InterventionEnsure intervention is based on the patient s plan of care.Employ appropriate approved Crisis Prevention & Behavioral Management training intervention techniques as needed.Assist patients through the discharge process.Assist patients with personal hygiene and activities of daily living.Milieu ManagementComply with the established policies and procedures requiring a safe, clean and therapeutic environment.Practice universal precautions and environmental safety guidelines.Recognize and respond to priorities in patient care responsibilities.Supervise and assist patients in all patient areas.Check patients for contraband and manage the patient s valuables and belongings.Report potential crisis situations to the nurse in charge and respond in an appropriate fashion.Ensure patient safety through continuous supervision of patient.Establish and maintain a professional therapeutic relationship with patients.TeachingTeach the patient proper hygiene and ensure adherence to hygiene methods.Carry out teaching activities identified in the treatment plan under the supervision of the RN.Model and teach appropriate social skills.Reinforce the importance of medication compliance, and monitor activity of compliance.Orient patients to their unit and program, providing continuous guidance as needed.PerformanceAssume responsibilities for the completion of all patient care responsibilities and other assigned tasks.Act as the patient s advocate and assure that patient s rights are upheld.Comply with established measures for infection control, OSHA regulations, and risk management.Comply with the Employee Code of Ethics.Adhere to all facility and personnel policies and procedures.Participate in continuous Performance Improvement activities.Mentor MHTs to perform all duties per policy, procedure, regulation and/or approved training.Attend Nursing Shift Report.Participate in weekly Treatment Team/Staffings.Specific Standards for the Care of Child Patients Ages 5 through 11
Maintain knowledge of the Child Program rules, protocols and handbooks guidelines.Maintain knowledge of children s stages of development and seek guidance from the nurse in charge when questions about the norms for behavior related to child development arise.Assess patients for behaviors consistent with the developmental stages and make note of any deviations in behavior, and/or history of physical and/or sexual abuse issues.Recognize acting out behavior of child specific age group and set appropriate limits in clear, concise, behavioral and non-judgmental terms based on the age of the patient.Demonstrate an awareness of learning disabilities and translate treatment/program expectations to the learning disabled child.Relate to child patients in an age appropriate manner.Utilize seclusion and restraint procedures with an understanding of the need for modification in regard to smaller body sizes of children, abandonment issues and the history of physical and/or sexual abuse issue.Act as a resource to other staff in regard to the Child Patient Programs.Specific Standards for the Care of Adolescent Patients Ages 12 through 18
Maintain knowledge of the Adolescent Program rules,…
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