Mental Health Technician - Emergency Department

At UNC Health Care, we are looking for a Mental Health Technician to join our Emergency Department team. The Mental Health Technician will be responsible for providing compassionate, patient-centered care to those in need of mental health services. Our ideal candidate should have a passion for helping others and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.The Mental Health Technician will provide direct patient care, including observation, assessment, and treatments, in a safe, therapeutic, and respectful manner. They will also provide support in developing an individualized plan of care and assisting with the implementation of this plan. The ideal candidate should possess a minimum of an Associate Degree in mental health or a related field, have experience in working with individuals with mental illness, and be certified in Mental Health First Aid or Crisis Intervention. Additionally, the ideal candidate must demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills, empathy, and knowledge of patient rights. At UNC Health Care, we strive to provide the highest quality of care and are looking for an individual who is committed to helping us achieve this goal.

Responsibilities:

1. Provide direct patient care, including observation, assessment, and treatments, in a safe, therapeutic, and respectful manner.
2. Develop and assist with the implementation of individualized plans of care.
3. Provide support to individuals with mental illness.
4. Maintain patient confidentiality and demonstrate knowledge of patient rights.
5. Utilize effective written and verbal communication skills.
6. Demonstrate empathy and understanding with patients.
7. Utilize Mental Health First Aid or Crisis Intervention when necessary.
8. Maintain a positive team-oriented attitude.
9. Work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Mental Health Technician - Emergency Department in Raleigh, NC, USA is $18-25 per hour. This range may vary depending on factors such as experience, certifications, and qualifications.

UNC Health is a not-for-profit medical system owned by the State of North Carolina and based in Chapel Hill, North Carolina at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. It provides services throughout the Research Triangle and North Carolina. UNC Health was created in 1998, when the North Carolina General Assembly passed legislation that established the UNC Health Care System, bringing under one entity UNC Hospitals and the clinical programs of the UNC School of Medicine.