Mental Health Technician 1 OLOL Baton Rouge, La

The Mental Health Tech establishes a therapeutic relationship with assigned patients and helps patients with daily living. Responsible for the overall maintenance of a therapeutic environment. Takes vital signs, weighs patients and collects routine specimens. Relies on establish guidelines to accomplish tasks. Works under close supervision.

Minimum Education
High School Diploma or equivalent

Required Certification/Registration
Current BLS Certification

Working Conditions
Contact with patients under wide variety of circumstances
Subject to varying and unpredictable situations

Physical Requirements
Prolonged, extensive, or considerable standing/walking
Other Working Conditions
Ability to work with aggressive patients