Behavioral Health Tech - Lourdes Hospital

Mercy Health; Paducah (KY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

403(b) with employer contributions

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Professional development

Job summary

Mercy Health's Lourdes Hospital is seeking a Behavioral Health Tech to provide direct patient care under supervision and in alignment with regulatory guidelines. You will support vital signs, hygiene, mobility, and unit duties while reporting changes to the nurse and ensuring accurate charting.

You will document care precisely, participate in rounds, and assist with safety measures and patient screenings. Ongoing education and training are encouraged to support compassionate care delivery.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor’s Degree in related field preferred.
• 1 year of experience in a mental health or health care setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care under supervision.
• Acts as liaison between patient and nurse to report changes and share information.
• Provides accurate, timely documentation for patient care.
• Completes patient rounding, 15‑minute checks, and safety companion services as assigned.
• Collects patient data and completes screenings as applicable.
• Participates in ongoing education and in‑service training.

Skills

Patient care

Documentation

Team communication

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Bachelor’s Degree (preferred)

Job description

Mercy Health

As a faith‑based and patient‑focused organization, Mercy Health exists to enhance the health and well‑being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Mercy Health seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.

Behavioral Health Tech – Lourdes Hospital

Job Summary

The Behavioral Health Specialist provides direct patient care under the supervision of a designated healthcare professional in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations, and within policies, procedures, and guidelines of Bon Secours Mercy Health (BSMH).

Essential Functions

• Ensures quality patient care, provides vital sign measurement, maintains patient hygiene, assists with mobility, and supports unit‑based specialty duties.
• Acts as liaison between the patient and nurse to report changes and share pertinent information.
• Provides accurate, precise, timely documentation when applicable for patient care.
• Completes patient rounding, 15‑minute patient checks, and patient safety companion services as assigned.
• Collects patient data and completes patient screenings as applicable.
• Participates in continued education and in‑service training.

Education

• High School Diploma/GED (required)
• Bachelor’s Degree, related field (preferred)

Licensing & Certifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS) American Health Association (preferred upon hire, must obtain from approved source prior to direct patient care)
• State Tested Nursing Aide (STNA) (preferred)
• Certified Nursing Aide (CNA) (preferred)
• Registered Social Work Assistant (SWA) (preferred)
• Chemical Dependency Counselor Assistant (CDCA) (preferred)
• Counselor in Training (preferred)
• Human Services‑Board Certified Practitioner (HS‑BCP) (preferred)
• American Association of Psychiatric Technicians (AAPT) (preferred)

Experience

• 1 year of experience in a mental health or health care setting (preferred)

Benefits

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short‑ and long‑term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you would like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are affirmative action and equal opportunity employers, please email [e-mail]. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at [e-mail].