Mental Health Technician (MHT) (Full time)

Job Details

Job Location

Ridgeview Institute Smyrna - Smyrna, GA

Position Type

Full Time

Education Level

High School

Salary Range

$15.00 - $17.00 Hourly

Travel Percentage

None

Job Shift

Any

Job Category

Health Care

Description

JOIN OUR TEAM AS A MENTAL HEALTH TECHNICIAN!

• SIGN-ON BONUS FOR FULL-TIME POSITIONS : $1,500.00

Your Work Matters How will you make a difference?

The Mental Health Technician (MHT) functions as an active part of the treatment team, providing continuous patient care, supervision, interaction, and role modeling to patients ranging in age from preschool through geriatrics, depending on which unit works. MHTs work under the direction of a Registered Nurse.

Duties and responsibilities :

Note : The essential job functions of this position are not limited to the duties listed above .

Your Experience Matters What we're looking for :

Degree from an accredited college or university in social work, recreational therapy or appropriate therapeutic discipline.

Experience : One year of related experience, with a knowledge of psychiatric patient care techniques and an understanding of mental illness, preferred.

Licensure : Must maintain a valid driver's license in the applicable state.

Additional Requirements : Successful completion CPR / First Aid certification and CPI training to within 90 days of employment prior to assisting with restraining procedures. May be required to work overtime and flexible hours.

Your Care Matters What we provide for our team :

What sets us apart :

Disclaimer : Benefits are subject to change at the discretion of Ridgeview Institute Smyrna.

Compensation :

This is a Full-Time , non-exempt position, and the expected compensation range is between $15.00 and $17.00 / hour, plus a sign-on bonus of $1,500.00 . We're eager to engage with all qualified candidates, and consideration will be givento experience and skill level. Join us as our MHT!

Qualifications

Get to know us Outstanding Care, Compassionate People, Unparalleled Service

Welcome to Ridgeview Institute Smyrna (RIS), a premier healthcare provider in Smyrna, GA, setting the gold standard for excellence in mental health and addiction treatment support. Located in Smyrna, GA, RIS offers a full continuum of care, including inpatient and outpatient psychiatric services and specialized, evidence-based programs for all patients, regardless of their ability to pay.

At RIS, the community is an integral part of our team, fostering collaboration to build an efficient, comprehensive, and seamless continuum of care. We take pride in offering dynamic, challenging, and highly rewarding positions. You'll have the opportunity to work closely with a team of experts, ensuring our patients receive personalized services that guide them toward achieving their treatment goals.

Join us in providing exceptional care and contributing to the well-being of individuals and families in need, and be a part of the transformative healthcare experience at Ridgeview Institute Smyrna.

To learn more about RIS, visit us at :

TOGETHER WE CAN MAKE POSITIVE I.M.P.A.C.T.S.

I ndividuals M aintaining P ositive A ttitude and C ommitment T o S ervice

At Ridgeview Institute Smyrna, we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and provide equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, political affiliation, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities.