Mental Health Technician (MHT)

Job Description

Job Description

Mental Health Technician (MHT)  

Compensation: $16-$18/HR based on experience.

Differential pay offered on certain days/shifts.

 
Day Shift: Sundays Required

Night Shift: FRI, SAT, SUN or SAT, SUN, Mon

Responsibilities:  

• Provide therapeutic support to psychiatric patients under direct supervision. 

• Observe, encourage, and record patient activities and progress. 

• Ensure patient safety by being vigilant and minimizing risks. 

• Act as a professional role model and communicate effectively with the treatment team. 

• Adjust therapeutic approach based on patient acuity, age, gender, and culture. 

Requirements:  

• High school diploma or equivalent; preference for behavioral sciences degree or relevant coursework. 

• Knowledge of psychotropic medications and cultural sensitivity. 

• Adherence to program policies and procedures. 

• Strong documentation and communication skills. 

• CPR certification, annual skills verification, and Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) certification. 

Populations Served:  

• Child (1-12 years), Adolescent (13-17 years), Adult (18-64 years), Geriatric (65+ years). 

Essential Job Functions:  

• Customer service, nursing services, and therapeutic milieu support. 

• Safely perform vital signs, assist with personal hygiene, and accompany patients to medical appointments. 

• Maintain confidentiality of patient records and adhere to patient rights. 

Work Environment:  

• An indoor climate-controlled environment with exposure to psychiatric patients. 

• Physical requirements include sitting, stooping, standing, walking, and lifting up to 35 lbs. 

• Ability to work outside of routine hours, including holidays and weekends. 

Employee Acknowledgement:  

• Agree to perform essential job functions and work beyond routine hours. 

• Understand the 24/7 operation and potential adjustments to work assignments. 

• If interested, please apply with your qualifications and confirmation of understanding the job requirements.