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Dayton Children's Hospital Mental Health Technician (pool) - Inpatient Behavioral Health in Dayton, Ohio
Facility:Dayton Children's - Main CampusDepartment:Behavioral HealthSchedule:Part timeHours:8Job Details:The Mental Health Technician (MHT) functions under the direction of the Registered Nurse and is responsible for the direct care of behavioral health patients based on established standards and licensure guidelines. The MHT is responsible for knowledge and modeling of Dayton Children’s values through effective interaction with patients, families, and treatment team members while providing excellent care.
The Mental Health Technician (MHT) is responsible for performing supportive, trauma informed care to patients/families. Responsibilities include the provision of a safe and therapeutic milieu, completion of routine safety checks and constant attendance per order, adherence to patient-specific treatment plans, crisis intervention, assistance with activities of daily living, appropriate documentation, and collaboration with the treatment team. The MHT demonstrates competence in providing age-appropriate, trauma informed care and service for pediatric patients and actively participates in self-appraisal for performance improvement.
Department Specific Job Details:
pool position, scheduled as needed
eligible for shift differential
no benefits or PTO
Education Requirements:
Associates (Required)
Certification/License Requirements:
At Dayton Children's we believe that each moment counts with our patients, families and with each other.
We are moving at a fast pace and are looking for the right talent for our team at Dayton Children's. We want people who embody our values and want to become a part of the Dayton Children's difference. If this is you, apply today!
Our values:
Safety--We make safety our first priority.
Compassion--We deliver compassionate, family-centered care to all we serve.
Ownership--We are the pediatric care experts and act knowing that every patient, visitor and the hospital is our collective responsibility.
Collaboration--We work collaboratively to care for children, their families and each other.
Innovation--We continuously innovate to make Dayton Children's even better today and into the future.
Equity -- We strive for an environment in which all feel welcomed, valued and fairly treated in order to reach their full potential.
Dayton Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer who values diversity and will not discriminate against minorities, women, protected veterans, individuals with disabilities, or on the basis of age, color, gender identity, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or transgender status.