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Posted : Wednesday, August 21, 2024 12:36 PM
Frontier Behavioral Health’s presence in Spokane is more than 100 years strong, allowing our non-profit organization to understand the varied needs of our clients and the larger community.
Our programs are designed to provide evidence-based treatment to adults, youth and seniors who are dealing with a wide range of behavioral health issues.
As a Trauma-Informed Care Organization, we firmly believe in recovery and that our clients can lead fulfilling and meaningful lives, and we consider it an honor and a privilege to assist them in their journey.
If you want to have a positive impact in the lives of others come join us! The Mental Health Technician is an active member of the inpatient team who provides direct supervision and interactions with adults who are experiencing serious and/or chronic mental health disorders.
This includes, taking vital signs, serving meals and snacks, and monitoring clients’ activities, and behaviors.
The MHT routinely engages with clients in a manner that is respectful, professional, and courteous.
LOCATION: Evaluation & Treatment (Calispel location) SHIFT - Saturday & Sunday - 7AM - 7:30PM ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES includes but are not limited to the following: Monitor and supervise client activities and behaviors, including general supervision of milieu and completion of scheduled patient rounding.
Complete clear, objective clinical documentation regarding patient activities and behaviors in an appropriate time frame.
Provide feedback to clinical staff regarding patient interactions, activities, and behaviors.
Report suspected changes in patient condition and/or potential crisis situations to the charge nurse or unit leader.
Adhere to and follow the patients’ written treatment plan.
Provide verbal redirection and gradual guidance to patients if needed and role model appropriate behavior including utilizing de-escalation techniques that align with FBH provided training.
Remain alert and provide direct line of sight monitoring of patients as needed.
Provide general house cleaning services i.
e.
, vacuuming, dusting, washing dishes, laundry, sanitation of counters etc.
Engage patients in social conversation, provide supportive listening, encourage and/or set up recreation activities.
Complete patients’ personal belongings inventory and assist with admissions as needed.
Attend/participate in required trainings, meetings, and supervision sessions.
Serve patient meals and snacks.
Maintain and enhance customer service to ensure that both external and internal customers of FBH have a positive experience.
Establish and maintain a good working relationship with all RNs’, providers and FBH staff.
Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL HAVE: REQUIRED: High School Diploma or GED Must have active Nursing Assistant Registration (NAR) at time of hire.
Food Handlers Permit within 7 days of hire.
Active BLS certification or must obtained within 90 days of hire.
PREFERRED: Nursing Assistant Certified (NAC) KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES: Ability to communicate effectively in both written and oral formats, including the ability to complete objective clinical documentation.
Ability to communicate with individuals of various backgrounds, education levels, and socio-economic status.
Must have basic computer skills including ability to document in an electronic medical record, use electronic time tracking, use of Outlook, Word, and HRIS.
PHYSICAL, SENSORY & ENVIRONMENTAL: The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work is generally performed in a residential setting, which may involve sitting and/or constant movement.
May be required to lift 10 - 20 pounds.
Blood-borne Pathogen Category I – Chance of blood-borne pathogen exposure.
BASE PAY RANGE (Hourly/ Non-Exempt): $19.
80 - $24.
12* *All pay is based on longevity at Frontier Behavioral Health; thus the starting base pay for this position is $19.
80 per hour.
ADDED SHIFT DIFFERENTIAL: Weekend Day (7AM – 7:30PM) – 10.
98% WHY CHOOSE FRONTIER BEHAVIORAL HEALTH? * At Frontier Behavioral Health, we value our employees and recognize the importance of EVERY employee’s contribution to our mission.
* Our behavioral health services make a positive difference in the lives of those we serve and contribute to the health, safety, and quality of life for everyone in Spokane County.
* At FBH we have a variety of client services, including outpatient, inpatient, community outreach, crisis services, partnerships with schools, law enforcement and more.
Our evidence-based, culturally appropriate, trauma informed behavioral health services address the diverse needs of those we serve.
*Our Benefits and Perks are Amazing! BENEFITS PERKS Benefits described above are based on employees who hold .
5 FTE positions or greater and/or some benefits vary based on FTE.
PRN positions are not benefit eligible or eligible for a sign on bonus.
Our programs are designed to provide evidence-based treatment to adults, youth and seniors who are dealing with a wide range of behavioral health issues.
As a Trauma-Informed Care Organization, we firmly believe in recovery and that our clients can lead fulfilling and meaningful lives, and we consider it an honor and a privilege to assist them in their journey.
If you want to have a positive impact in the lives of others come join us! The Mental Health Technician is an active member of the inpatient team who provides direct supervision and interactions with adults who are experiencing serious and/or chronic mental health disorders.
This includes, taking vital signs, serving meals and snacks, and monitoring clients’ activities, and behaviors.
The MHT routinely engages with clients in a manner that is respectful, professional, and courteous.
LOCATION: Evaluation & Treatment (Calispel location) SHIFT - Saturday & Sunday - 7AM - 7:30PM ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES includes but are not limited to the following: Monitor and supervise client activities and behaviors, including general supervision of milieu and completion of scheduled patient rounding.
Complete clear, objective clinical documentation regarding patient activities and behaviors in an appropriate time frame.
Provide feedback to clinical staff regarding patient interactions, activities, and behaviors.
Report suspected changes in patient condition and/or potential crisis situations to the charge nurse or unit leader.
Adhere to and follow the patients’ written treatment plan.
Provide verbal redirection and gradual guidance to patients if needed and role model appropriate behavior including utilizing de-escalation techniques that align with FBH provided training.
Remain alert and provide direct line of sight monitoring of patients as needed.
Provide general house cleaning services i.
e.
, vacuuming, dusting, washing dishes, laundry, sanitation of counters etc.
Engage patients in social conversation, provide supportive listening, encourage and/or set up recreation activities.
Complete patients’ personal belongings inventory and assist with admissions as needed.
Attend/participate in required trainings, meetings, and supervision sessions.
Serve patient meals and snacks.
Maintain and enhance customer service to ensure that both external and internal customers of FBH have a positive experience.
Establish and maintain a good working relationship with all RNs’, providers and FBH staff.
Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL HAVE: REQUIRED: High School Diploma or GED Must have active Nursing Assistant Registration (NAR) at time of hire.
Food Handlers Permit within 7 days of hire.
Active BLS certification or must obtained within 90 days of hire.
PREFERRED: Nursing Assistant Certified (NAC) KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES: Ability to communicate effectively in both written and oral formats, including the ability to complete objective clinical documentation.
Ability to communicate with individuals of various backgrounds, education levels, and socio-economic status.
Must have basic computer skills including ability to document in an electronic medical record, use electronic time tracking, use of Outlook, Word, and HRIS.
PHYSICAL, SENSORY & ENVIRONMENTAL: The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work is generally performed in a residential setting, which may involve sitting and/or constant movement.
May be required to lift 10 - 20 pounds.
Blood-borne Pathogen Category I – Chance of blood-borne pathogen exposure.
BASE PAY RANGE (Hourly/ Non-Exempt): $19.
80 - $24.
12* *All pay is based on longevity at Frontier Behavioral Health; thus the starting base pay for this position is $19.
80 per hour.
ADDED SHIFT DIFFERENTIAL: Weekend Day (7AM – 7:30PM) – 10.
98% WHY CHOOSE FRONTIER BEHAVIORAL HEALTH? * At Frontier Behavioral Health, we value our employees and recognize the importance of EVERY employee’s contribution to our mission.
* Our behavioral health services make a positive difference in the lives of those we serve and contribute to the health, safety, and quality of life for everyone in Spokane County.
* At FBH we have a variety of client services, including outpatient, inpatient, community outreach, crisis services, partnerships with schools, law enforcement and more.
Our evidence-based, culturally appropriate, trauma informed behavioral health services address the diverse needs of those we serve.
*Our Benefits and Perks are Amazing! BENEFITS PERKS Benefits described above are based on employees who hold .
5 FTE positions or greater and/or some benefits vary based on FTE.
PRN positions are not benefit eligible or eligible for a sign on bonus.
• Phone : NA
• Location : 107 S Division St, Spokane, WA
• Post ID: 9063971810
