AMHT | Adult Mental Health Technician - 3rd Shift

AMHT | Adult Mental Health Technician - 3rd Shift

Windom, KS $34,499 - $46,099 a year

Full Time

General Summary: This role provides crisis stabilization services around the clock for adults and youth experiencing mental health crises. The goal is to reduce inpatient hospital admissions, minimize law enforcement involvement, and encourage engagement with outpatient treatment programs. The position involves delivering intensive, goal-oriented support to individuals requiring crisis stabilization, working closely with clinical and community partners to promote community tenure.

Essential Functions

• Deliver crisis stabilization support to individuals in mental health crisis during overnight shifts.
• Engage with clients positively and supportively, monitoring and documenting their treatment, activities, and behaviors.
• Assist clients with daily living activities and utilize de-escalation techniques in challenging situations.
• Support medication compliance, crisis management, and one-on-one safety monitoring as needed.
• Facilitate successful reintegration of clients into their homes, communities, schools, and outpatient services.
• Complete all required documentation, training, and competency reviews promptly and accurately.

Minimum Knowledge and Skills Required

• Familiarity with community mental health services.

Required Behavioral Skills

• Integrity: Demonstrate honesty and a commitment to doing the right thing.
• Compassion: Show empathy and provide excellent customer service to all individuals encountered.
• Accountability: Take ownership of tasks and adapt flexibly to changing priorities.
• Respect: Collaborate effectively with diverse populations and maintain a positive service orientation.
• Excellence: Exhibit strong communication, strategic thinking, and leadership abilities.

Minimum Education and Experience

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Computer proficiency.
• Must be at least 21 years old.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Two or more years of professional experience in mental health services, crisis response, or related fields.
• Experience educating clients on self-care and improving daily living skills.

Licensure or Registration Required

• Successful completion of background checks including child and adult abuse registries and motor vehicle screening.
• Completion of CPR, First Aid, and other required trainings within 60 days of employment.
• Valid driver's license, insurance, and reliable vehicle.

This position offers competitive pay, a generous benefits package, and opportunities for professional growth within a supportive environment serving the broader Central United States region.