As an Intensive Mental Health Technician(IMHT) for Swope Health Services residential department, you will be part of a team that help members of our community that need it the most. A Intensive Mental Health technician champions recovery efforts by implementing activities guided by individual treatment plans, education and monitoring of daily living activities. You will help clients treat dependence with dignity, respect, and empowering of each individual. If you have a passion for helping others, this is the role for you.In your role you will: Champion recovery efforts for individuals with severe and persistent mental illness, chemical dependency and/or cooccurring disorders in a manner that supports the dignity, respect, self-determination, and empowerment of each individual.Assist in implementation of individual treatment plan activities that promote independent living to include wellness activities, cooking and nutrition, transportation, budgeting, and household management.Assist with planning, coordination and scheduling of activities that promote recovery, symptom management, and community engagement.Monitor safety, cleanliness, and condition of the facility.Document observations and interventions daily, including medication administration as necessary.Provide protective oversight and follow crisis intervention protocol.Must have a valid driver's license and a working vehicle for daily use.Must be able to work a schedule of 11:00 p.m. - 7:00 a.m.Successful Candidates will have: High school diploma or GED required. Associate Degree or two years of college in Social Work, Nursing, Psychology, or related field preferred.Two years experience working with individuals with severe and persistent mental illness or in the mental health field preferred.Must have reliable transportation, a valid driver's license, and current automobile insurance.About Swope Health Services:Each year, Swope Health serves over 45,000 patients, encompassing more than 200,000 visits in four counties on both sides of the state line. Our team members are proud of the work we do and the promise we've made - delivering coordinated care that values the needs of the whole person and championing better health in our community.Swope Health is a special place that cares for the people who need it most, wherever they are in the community. As part of our promise to battle health inequities and provide high-quality, comprehensive care, we make care visible. That means we proudly deliver our promise through every action, every day.Swope Health Services supports its team members with:Medical benefits (including a Health Savings Account option), dental and vision401(k) retirement plan with company matchCompany-paid benefits such as life insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, and Short- and Long-Term DisabilityFlexible Spending AccountPaid Days Off beginning at 12 days annually, effective the first day of employmentEight annual company-paid holidays; One annual paid personal daySwope Health is an affirmative-action, equal-opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, gender, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status or disability. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
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