Mental Health Technician (Hourly)-ARDOC

Overview

The Mental Health Technician (ARDOC) (MHT) plays a vital role in providing mental health services to patients within the facility, working under the supervision of the Clinical Supervisor. They are responsible for conducting assessments, providing therapy, and supporting patients in their recovery journey. Additionally, they provide consultation and training to facility personnel to promote a better understanding of mental health issues and how to effectively support patients in their care. 

Responsibilities

• Provide mental health services and conduct regular mental health checks and rounds with patients under the direction of a licensed Mental Health Professional in accordance with relevant professional organizations and state guidelines. 
• Provide psycho-social-educational programming and activities for groups and individuals to improve the social, cognitive, problem-solving, and daily living skills of incarcerated patients. 
• Triage mental health concerns of incarcerated patients and provide consultation services as assigned. 
• Participate in release continuity of care planning for patients, train staff in human behavior and mental health issues, and maintain patient confidentiality while interrelating effectively with patients, staff, and outside support agencies. 
• Comply with employee standards of the facility, apply principles of critical thinking, sound judgment, and work under stress on a regular basis. 

Qualifications

Education  

• Must possess a bachelor’s degree in mental health/social science field from an accredited college or university. (Professional experience, trainings and applicable certifications may be considered in lieu of educational requirements on a case-by-case basis.) 

Experience  

• Coursework and professional experience that indicates knowledge of working in a correctional setting, mental health interventions, and identification of mental health issues, crisis intervention, and mental health consultation preferred.  

Licenses/Certifications  

• Must maintain CPR certification, and any other certifications (such as First Aid) required by contract. 

This position is available only to those who reside in the United States.