Mental Health Technician jobs in Charleston, SC

Introduction

Do you have the career opportunities as a(an) Behavioral Health Technician you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.

Benefits

Live Oak offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• • Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
  • Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
  • Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
    
  • 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
    
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
    
  • Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
    
  • Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
    
  • Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
    
  • Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
    
  • Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
    
  • Colleague recognition program
    
  • Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
    
  • Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

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• Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

  
  Our teams are a committed, caring group of colleagues. Do you want to work as a(an) Behavioral Health Technician where your passion for creating positive patient interactions are valued? If you are dedicated to caring for the well-being of others, this could be your next opportunity. We want your knowledge and expertise!

Job Summary and Qualifications

• We are seeking a Mental Health Tech to join our center who will provide clinical expertise to ensure all patients receive high-quality, efficient care. The Mental Health Tech is an integral part of a multidisciplinary patient care team. Under the direction of licensed nursing personnel and within the scope of training and hospital guidelines, you will perform a variety of technical and specialized skills that assist with addressing the treatment plan and needs of our patients.

  What you will do in this role:

  • You will help with data collection, identification of patient risk factors, general patient care, and documentation.
  • You may observe and monitor patients deemed to be at risk to self or others.
  • You will help provide care to all patients based on age specific development and cultural diversity.
  • You may assist in the orientation of new employees as well as students and other trainees
  • You must have effective communication skills in the English language; both orally and written.
  • You will have the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously including demonstrating a proficiency in computer skills to ensure quality patient care.

  What Qualifications you will need:

  • Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Patient Care Tech/Behavioral Health Tech certification preferred
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Experience in Behavioral Health is preferred
  • BLS – Healthcare Provider (American Heart Association or American Red Cross)
  • Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) training within 90 days of hire then every calendar year

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  This role requires you to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 based on local, state and /or federal law or regulations (unless a medical or religious exemption is approved).

  Live Oak Mental Health and Wellness Center, is a part of Trident Health. We give inpatient stabilization treatment to patients who seek treatment for acute psychiatric symptoms which cannot be addressed on an outpatient basis. Common disorders of patients treated in this program include but are not limited to: major depressive disorder, schizoaffective disorder, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, adjustment disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder, impulse control disorder and a variety of co-morbid personality disorders. Our patient population is both adult and adolescent. We offer 24 hour availability of a full range of services. We have the capability to institute rapid lifesaving interventions. Our physician availability is 24 hours a day to institute needed modification to the treatment plan. Psychiatrist involved in the direction and management of the treatment program. Round the clock skilled nursing care implementing the treatment plan and providing monitoring and assessment of the patient’s condition and response to treatment.

  
  HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

  
  "Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
  HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

  If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Behavioral Health Technician opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews.Unlock the possibilities and apply today!

  We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.