Job Information
Universal Health Services Mental Health Tech (DEGREE) FT in AUGUSTA, Georgia
Responsibilities
Lighthouse Care Center of Augusta is a multi-discipline behavioral healthcare center that offers mental health services to the communities of surrounding Augusta, Georgia. The Lighthouse Care Center of Augusta is an acute and residential treatment facility providing balanced, top-notch clinical care to children, adolescents and young adults. We provide a carefully-structured and supportive environment, and our education program is accredited through the Georgia Accrediting Commission. We are recruiting full time Mental Health Technicians and Certified Nursing Assistants are accepted.
Much more available online at: https://lighthousecarecenters.com/
Key Responsibilities include:
Monitor unit patients and complete rounds as assigned
Participate in treatment planning
Assist in the admission process
Orient new patients to the unit and their program
Plan and prepare for group therapy sessions
Maintain patient, program, department and related documentation
Benefits for a MHT include:
Challenging and rewarding work environment
Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
Qualifications
Must be at least 21 years of age Associates or Bachelors level education in a human service related field required. Certified Nursing Assistants encouraged to apply.
Valid driver's license with no suspensions or tickets for major traffic violations for at least three years.
Experience working with children and adolescents with serious emotional disturbance and/or co-occurring substance abuse disorders preferred.
CPR/First Aid certification required or ability to obtain within first week of hire.
In addition, must be willing to become certified in therapeutic restraint technique program.
Additional pay offered for lifeguard certification.