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    CSU Mental Health Technician - Richmond, VA, United States - Richmond Behavioral Health Authority

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    Richmond Behavioral Health Authority is currently recruiting for
    PRN
    Mental Health Technicians in our crisis stabilization unit (CSU), a 16 bed state licensed facility specializing in crisis stabilization and hospital diversion for mentally ill adults. The facility is located in our main building the in the City of Richmond.


    General Definition of Work


    Mental Health Technicians perform safe and effective human support work maintaining the safety of clients, monitoring clients with special needs, coordinating meal service and delivery , facilitating educational groups, teaching coping skills, performing and assisting clients with laundry duties, encouraging clients to adhere to treatment goals, and related work as apparent or assigned.

    Work is performed under the supervision of the CSU Team Leader.


    Qualification Requirements
    To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.


    Essential Functions


    Monitors and maintains unit safety; monitors clients and assists them with their activities of daily living; monitors eating/sleeping and hygiene habits.

    Facilitates and assists with the development of program groups and completes group documentation and shift documentation per shift.


    Performs direct client service duties by meeting and greeting clients upon arrival to the unit and taking an inventory to check for contraband and pests; makes beds and orients client to the unit.


    Maintains the cleanliness of the unit by scrubbing and mopping as needed; wipes down kitchen counters and tables; organizes group room.

    Performs laundry duties for unit and client laundry; assists clients with special needs; serves meals.

    Engages and provides verbal support for clients face to face constantly and completes progress notes for every engagement.

    Coordinates discharges in full consultation with the case management team.

    Completes shift reports.

    Faxes meal requisitions listing census counts to the catering organization.

    Performs clerical duties as needed.

    Attends staff meetings, trainings and seminars as scheduled.


    Knowledge, Skills and Abilities


    General knowledge of community and Authority resources, programs, and of regional and State sources for the community service population; general knowledge of interviewing and supportive counseling techniques; general knowledge of social casework techniques; some knowledge of human development and behavior; some knowledge of the theories, principles and techniques of individual, family and group therapy; ability to solve problems within scope of responsibility; ability to analyze facts and exercise sound judgment in arriving at conclusions; ability to communicate complex ideas effectively, orally and in writing; ability to prepare clear and concise reports; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with medical personnel, law enforcement, clients, associates and the general public.


    Position Requirements

    Minimum:

    Bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, rehabilitation counseling or human services - related field from an accredited college with a least one year experience working with the seriously mentally ill; must be able to submit official transcripts; must have evidence of 1,500 hrs of supervised experience obtained within 5-yr period.

    Two year's experience working with dually diagnosed clients preferred. Must qualify has a QMHP-A. Two years of experience working with dually diagnosed clients preferred.

    Assists in providing safe and effective client care in assigned areas, to include assisting with personal care, close monitoring, acting as part of multi-disciplinary treatment team and facilitating psycho-educational groups.

    Assists with patient recreational activities. May assist with transporting patients. Full time position must be able to work all shifts, and every other weekend.


    Full-Time/Part-Time

    PRN

    Open Date
    1/17/2024


    Close Date

    About the Organization
    Join the Fearless


    Richmond Behavioral Health Authority (RBHA) is licensed by the Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services and is the statutorily established public entity responsible for providing mental health, intellectual disabilities, substance abuse and prevention services to the citizens of the City of Richmond.


    Our Mission:
    RBHA promotes health, wellness, and recovery for the people and communities we serve.


    Our Vision:
    An inclusive, healthy community where individuals are inspired to reach their highest potential.


    Our Values:
    Equity / Innovation / Quality / Inclusion / Accessibility / Transparency / Compassion / Integrity

    Creating Healthy Communities - One Person, One Family, One Community at a time.


    RBHA is committed to providing behavioral health services to all Richmond residents regardless of race, color, gender, age, religion, disability, or national origin.

    Services are provided directly by RBHA staff and through contracts with private providers in the community.

    Funding is received through fees from consumers, the Commonwealth of Virginia, the City of Richmond, and local and state grants.


    Starting Salary Range
    $22.41/ hour


    EOE Statement

    Richmond Behavioral Health Authority provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.


    This position is currently accepting applications.


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