Mental Health Technician-Per Diem

Dallasfull time

On Site

H1B: no

Adamsclinical Mental Health Technician-Per Diem at Adams Clinical provides direct care and supervision to research participants in an inpatient research facility. The role ensures participant safety and therapeutic environment while supporting clinical trials through documentation and protocol adherence.

Responsibilities

Provide therapeutic interaction and manage behavioral changes using verbal de-escalation.
Review handoff reports and prepare detailed shift documentation.
Confirm unit transitions, assessments, and research visits.
Conduct wellness checks every 15 minutes and ensure proper documentation.
Supervise smoke breaks, assist with meals (especially weekends), and evening hygiene routines.
Support or co-facilitate scheduled activities.
Monitor, assist, and document medication administration.
Oversee laundry use and maintain orderly rooms.
Follow daily checklist and activity schedule.
Maintain continuous participant observation for safety and therapeutic environment.
Assist with admissions, discharges, and participant orientation.
Complete all documentation, including incident reports.

Qualification

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Required

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Please note: Adams Clinical does not offer differential pay rates between shifts.
Excellent written and verbal communication.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to ethical standards.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
Must be willing to become phlebotomy trained (training provided by site).
Prior experience with in-patient psychiatric units or working with patients with psychiatric disorders is a plus.
Paramedic and/or medical assistant experience is a plus.
Pay: $20.00 per hour