Why Wellpath

Here at Wellpath, everything that we do is about taking care of people – our patients, our staff and our partners. We are committed to making a difference by providing hope and healing to vulnerable patients in challenging clinical environments. Our talented, compassionate team thrives in an autonomous environment, is empowered and supported by education, training and the resources to practice healthcare the way it is meant to be and strives to “Always Do The Right Thing!”

Our Investment In You

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance plan options

• Time off & leave benefits

• 401K

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Parental benefits

• Perks and discounts

• Same day pay options

About this role

The mental health technician or mental health tech is an entry-level position that learns to provide direct care to a specific patient population under the direction and supervision of licensed nursing staff and their designees. This position provides standard and routine psychiatric and medical nursing assistance services as part of the overall plan of care and within the standards and policies and procedures of the facility.

What you bring to the table

Education:

• High School Diploma or GED required.

Experience:

• One (1) year direct care experience in a mental health setting.

Licenses/Certifications:

• None required.

What you will do

As a Wellpath Mental Health Tech / Mental Health Technician you will:

• Learn to assist licensed nursing personnel in providing direct services to the assigned population including suicide watch observation; observations of behaviors and activities of daily living; assistance with activities of daily living including prompting, education and support; specific assignments such as face checks, monitoring, one to one’s, groups and other direct care duties as assigned.
• Monitor patients placed on suicide watch.
• Take and record vital signs and documents information in medical record of patient.
• Possibly participate in specific treatment interventions such as coping skills, anger management, and other self-regulating behavior.
• Demonstrate basic knowledge regarding therapeutic communication and psychiatric recovery and rehabilitation skills.

Wellpath is an EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability Employer

Preferred dress code

Business casual (dress pants/skirt, button down/blouse, optional tie)

What is a hiring event?

Think of it like a job fair, but for one company and more personal. Hiring events are a great way for employers to fill multiple roles quickly. Hiring is a human process, and they would like to meet you to see if you’re a fit!