Local Contract CNA - Mental Health - $20 per hour

Amergis Healthcare Staffing is seeking a CNA Mental Health for a local contract job in Chattanooga, Tennessee.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Mental Health
• Discipline: CNA
• Duration: 52 weeks
• 48 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Local Contract

$20/hr

- Nights

- 12/hr Shifts 

- 1 year contract

- Previous experience in: psych tech, behavioral health, mental health tech, CNA, or similar

- CNA license not required

The Mental / Psychiatric Health Technician cares for individuals with psychiatric conditions as well as a variety of substance use disorders, following the instructions of physicians, nurses or other health practitioners. The Behavioral Health Technician monitors a patients’ safety, physical and emotional well-being and report directly to medical staff.

Minimum Requirements:  

• Current Licensed Psychiatric Technician license for the state in which the technician practices (LPT only)
• One year of psychiatric experience in a similar setting within the last three years preferred
• Complies with all relevant professional standards of practice
• Current CPR if applicable
• TB Questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable
• Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation)
• Must meet all federal, state and local requirements
• Must be at least 18 years of age  

About Amergis Healthcare Staffing

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has connected the nation’s top talent to a variety of healthcare and educational partners since 1988. We achieved a pioneering certification with the Joint Commission in 2008 and have since evolved into one of the foremost staffing companies in the United States. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of professionals, across health systems, government facilities, or schools. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions. Our commitment to a higher standard of service has fueled our growth, solidifying our nationwide and local presence in healthcare and education.

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Benefits

• Holiday Pay
• Weekly pay
• Medical benefits
• 401k retirement plan
• License and certification reimbursement
• Sick pay