- Specialty: Mental Health
- Discipline: CNA
- Duration: Ongoing
- 40 hours per week
- Shift: 8 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Staff
CNA - Mental Health - $18-25 per - New Lenox, IL, United States - Silver Oaks Behavioral Hospital
Description
Silver Oaks Behavioral Hospital is seeking a CNA Mental Health for a job in New Lenox, Illinois.
Job Description & Requirements
Mental Health Technician (MHT)
3p-11:30p
Silver Oaks Behavioral Hospital is a behavioral hospital that specializes in mental health and substance use disorder treatment. Our 110-bed facility is equipped with the latest safety features designed to provide patients with a comfortable environment to receive therapeutic care. Our therapy modalities are evidence-based models proven to decrease symptoms of mental illness and help patients find lasting change. Silver Oaks Behavioral Hospital offers a caring environment with licensed psychiatrists, nurses, therapists and technicians who are dedicated to providing exceptional care for all patients, regardless of ability to pay.
If your skills and compassion fit with our vision for person-centered care and want to make a difference in your community, we invite you to apply today
Title: Mental Health Technician (MHT)
Department: Nursing
Schedule: 8-hour shifts, rotating weekends
Location: 1004 Pawlak Parkway, New Lenox, IL 60
Position Description:
The Mental Health Technician is 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 worked. MHT's work is under the direction of a registered nurse.
Silver Oaks Behavioral Hospital offers competitive rates and benefits, including:
Medical Insurance
Dental and Vision Plans
Paid Time Off
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
Life Insurance
401k Retirement Plan with Company Match
Shift differential
Education: A high school degree or equivalent is preferred, or a certified nursing assistant is preferred, or a 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 of CPR certification and Management of Aggressive Behavior training within 90 days of employment prior to assisting with restraining procedures. May be required to work overtime and flexible hours.
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Silver Oaks Behavioral Hospital values a diverse, inclusive workforce, and we 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.
Silver Oaks Behavioral Hospital Job ID #98760.