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Amergis Mental Health/Psychiatric Tech - Portland Oregon - 40hr/wk in Portland, Oregon
The Mental / Psychiatric Health Technician cares for individuals withpsychiatric conditions as well as a variety of substance use disorders,following the instructions of physicians, nurses or other health practitioners.The Behavioral Health Technician monitors a patients’ safety, physical andemotional well-being and report directly to medical staff.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Provides personal care and behavioralassistance/interventions to assigned clients
Assists clients with grooming, eating/meal preparation, andtoileting
Maintains rounding on assigned clients/patients to ensuresafety as directed
Assists with ambulation and transfer services
Monitors vital signs such as heart rate and blood pressure
Provides behavioral support services
Provides crisis intervention
Encourages independence
Maintains patient safety
Implements behavioral plans
Documents care per policies and procedures
Participate in rehabilitation and treatment programs
Performs other duties as assigned/necessary
Minimum Requirements:
High School diploma or equivalent required
Associate’s degree in behavioral studies or related field,or equivalent experience preferred (or per facility requirements)
Minimum of one (1) year relevant experience preferred
Complies with all relevant professional standards ofpractice
Participation and completion of Amergis' Competency programwhen applicable
Current CPR if applicable
TB Questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable
Current Health certificate (per contract or stateregulation)
Must meet all federal, state and local requirements
Successful completion of new hire training as applicable tojob site
Understand patient confidentiality and HIPAArequirements
Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to andfrom appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors,co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in theEnglish language is required
Computer proficiency required
Must be at least 18 years of age
Hi! I'm Alex, a dedicated Recruiter with Amergis and I have a Mental Health/Psych Tech contracts in Portland Oregon! 2 open contracts: 40hrs full time Evenings or 32hrs Nights part time per week Full time and:
PREMIUM RATES! Up to $27/hr
Start dates are TBD depending on your availability!
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- Portland Oregon Mental Health/Psych Tech
*40hr Guaranteed contracts are NOW available!
LENGTH : 13 weeks contracts (No Exceptions)
SHIFT : 1 Evening Shift is still available
1 Night shift is still availableSTART : Oct 14th 2024
REQUIREMENTS:
Previous experience with mental/behavioral health.
Previous Medication Administration experience
Ability to monitor safety of residents
Willingness and physical ability to participate in cleaning tasks & laundry
Daily Shift Notes required
Engage with residents
Psych experience preferred
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Alex Cedrez
National Recruitment Manager
Amergis Staffing
ALCedrez@Amergis.com
813-371-7130
Benefits
At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:
Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
401(k) savings plan
Awards and recognition programs
*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.
About Amergis
Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.
Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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