Mental Health Technician II
At BayCare, we are proud to be one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. Our network consists of 16 community-based hospitals, a long-term acute care facility, home health services, outpatient centers and thousands of physicians. With the support of more than 30,000 team members, we promote a forward-thinking philosophy that’s built on a foundation of trust, dignity, respect, responsibility and clinical excellence.
BayCare Health Systems is currently seeking a **Mental Health Technician II** to join our outstanding and compassionate team at Behavioral Health Hernando!
**Mental Health Technician II Position Details:**
+ **Facility:** Behavioral Health Hernando
+ **Location:** Hernando, FL
+ **Status:** Full time, Hourly
+ **Shift Hours:** Vary
+ **Weekend Work:** No
+ **On Call:** No
**The Mental Health Technician II Responsibilities:**
+ Provides ongoing monitoring and observation of patients to ensure safety and wellbeing.
+ Promotes communication and therapeutic relationships with patients.
+ Assists with physical care under the direction of an RN.
+ Promotes coordination of the unit by completing orders, making phone calls and directing calls and information to the charge nurse.
**Required Certification/Licensures:**
+ BLS (Basic Life Support)
+ CNA (Nursing Assistant) - preferred
+ Patient Care Technician - preferred
**Required Education:**
+ High School or Equivalent
+ Associate's degree in related field - Preferred
+ Bachelor's degree in related field- Preferred
**Required Experience:**
+ 6 months – Psychology or Bachelor's degree in related field
**Benefits:**
+ Benefits (Health, Dental, Vision)
+ Paid time off
+ Tuition reimbursement
+ 401k match and additional yearly contribution
+ Yearly performance appraisals and team award bonus
+ Community discounts and more
+ AND the chance to be part of an amazing team and a great place to work
Come join our wonderful team!
_Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled_
**Position** Mental Health Technician II
**Location** Brooksville:Behavioral Hlth Hernando | Clinical | Full Time
**Req ID** null