Mental Hlth Specialist I

Under
the direction of the Behavioral Health Management Team the Mental Health Technician
participates in the assessment, planning, intervention and evaluation of care
for all patients. He/she performs
services the provision of supportive or restorative care under the
supervision of a registered nurse. The
Mental Health Technician may be required to provide other services and duties
as assigned by the Management Team.

MINIMUM

QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:
1.

Bachelors Degree and one (1) year of experience preferred. Degree must be in a Behavioral Health
related field.

CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The
statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work
being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be constructed as
an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities and duties. Other duties may be assigned.

1.

Demonstrates
the knowledge of multidisciplinary team approach and functions effectively
and efficiently as part of the team.
Shall be able to function under the direction of the Registered Nurse
and other members of the Health Care team.

2.

Utilizes
the sound clinical judgment, good clinical assessment skills in assessing
patient needs and assisting in care.

3.

Provides direct basic
nutritional care under the supervision of licensed personnel.

4.

Adheres
to safety and infection control policies and procedures. Is able to
demonstrate appropriate patient/family/self-safety practices.

5.

Demonstrates
the ability to meet documentation requirements as per policy/procedure and
professional practice.

6.

Participates in the education
of new orientees, ancillary staff, and students in
collaboration with the preceptor, manager, and/or designated education
coordinator (CNS/CSE).

7.

Responsible for the
performance of duties related to patient care as directed by the RN or
members of the Behavioral Health Management team.

8.

Participates in
self-evaluation and develops a plan for professional development based on
personal/unit goals/strategic plans. Accountable for serving as an essential
member of the department and multidisciplinary team to ensure quality cost
effective outcomes for our customers.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT: The work
environment characteristics described here are representative of those an
employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities
to perform the essential functions.

1.

Cognizant of environmental
factors, infection control issues and maintains a safe environment.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The
physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met
by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities
to perform the essential functions.

1.

See attached Physical Demands

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
1.

Ability to be scheduled for
work based on operational needs of the hospital.

2.

Possesses the ability to deal
tactfully and harmoniously with guests.

3.

Must be able to relate to and work with
the ill, disabled, emotionally upset, varying age population, and, at times,
hostile people within the hospital.

4.

Must have knowledge of non-violent crisis
intervention techniques preferred and/or ability to learn mandatory Secure
training.

5.

Ability to apply common sense and
understanding to carry out written and/or oral instructions

Date Reviewed/Revised: 12/14/17

Statement of Understanding:
I
fully understand and accept all information presented on my job description,
which includes both general and specific duties and responsibilities.

Employee Name (print):
Employee Signature

Date:
Description of Physical Demands:
On
the job time is spent in the following physical activities and psychosocial

interactions:
CATEGORY

AMOUNT OF TIME

CATEGORY

DESCRIPTION

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Never

Seldom

Often

Always

Physiological

High

Medium

Low

Standing:
X

Mental
Stress

X

Walking:
X

Work
with others

X

Sitting

x

AUDIO VISUAL

GOOD

FAIR

N/A

Stoops,
Kneel, Crouch, Crawl

X

Hearing*

X

Use
hands to finger handle or feel

X

Near
Vision

X

Pushing
/ Pulling

X

Far
Vision

X

Reaching

with hands and arms above / below:
X

Peripheral
Vision

X

Talk

or hear:
X

Color
Discrimination

X

Taste

or smell:
x

Depth
Perception

X

Lift / Force

Never

Seldom

Often

Always

EXPOSURES**

Frequent

Occasional

Rare

Up
to 10 pounds

x

Cold

X

Up
to 25 pounds

X

Heat

X

Up
to 50 pounds

X

Dampness

X

Up
to 100 pounds

X

Heights

X

More
than 100 pounds

x

Vibration

X

Job Lifting

Heavy Lifting Regular Basis

Heavy Lifting Occasional / Moderate Lifting Regular
Basis

Moderate Lifting Occasional/Light Lifting Regular
Basis

Light Lifting Occasional / No Lifting Regular Basis

Skin Irritation

X

Category

X

Lung
Irritation

X

Risk
Radiation

X

Risk
of Electrical Shock

X

*
Hearing Ability to hear alarms on equipment / pages

Ability to hear
Client Call

Ability to hear instructions from
physician/department staff

*
Exposures Category 1 = Tasks that involve exposure to blood, body
fluids, or tissues

2 = Tasks that
involve no exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues but employment may require
unplanned category 1 tasks

3 = Tasks that
involve no exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues, and category 1 are not a
condition of employment.

A list of Hazardous Products or Substances that this
position is required to work with are referenced for staff review. MSDS information is available.