Behavioral Health Tech: Compassionate Care & Deescalation

Oceans Healthcare; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Oceans Behavioral Hospital Amarillo is seeking a Mental Health Technician to support the nursing team and care for adults and seniors with anxiety, depression, and other mental health concerns. This role emphasizes maintaining a therapeutic milieu and accurate documentation.

Responsibilities include vital signs, ADL assistance, safety checks, and clear communication with nursing staff. Requires high school diploma or CNA, CPR, and de-escalation training, with strong empathy and communication

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; CNA certification preferred or 6 months of direct patient care experience.
• CPR certification required; completion of Oceans approved behavioral de-escalation program.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to interact respectfully with diverse populations.

Responsibilities

• Assist in patient care activities under licensed nursing supervision; perform vital signs and ADL support.
• Inventory patient belongings and secure contraband; maintain unit safety checks.
• Document patient observations accurately and communicate findings to the nurse in a timely manner.
• Adhere to infection control policies and standard precautions; participate in required in-services.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Reading & writing

Empathy

Multicultural sensitivity

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CNA certification

Job description

Oceans Behavioral Hospital Amarillo is seeking a Mental Health Technician to support the nursing team and care for adults and seniors with anxiety, depression, and other mental health concerns. This role emphasizes maintaining a therapeutic milieu and accurate documentation.

Responsibilities include vital signs, ADL assistance, safety checks, and clear communication with nursing staff. Requires high school diploma or CNA, CPR, and de-escalation training, with strong empathy and communication