Behavioral Health Technician - ED (Day/Evening/Night Shift)

Essentia Health; United States; On-site; USD 31,000 - 47,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible scheduling

Paid time off

Job summary

Essentia Health is seeking a patient care support role in Emergency Services Behavioral Health at St. Marys Medical Center.

You will assist with assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of technical tasks under nursing leadership, delivering both direct and indirect care for patients from pre-adolescents to geriatrics. The role emphasizes age-appropriate activities, safety, de-escalation, and teamwork to ensure compliant, compassionate care.

Qualifications

• Degree in social services field or related experience.
• 1 year of experience with mental health symptoms or related field.
• Certified Peer Support Specialist in Minnesota or Wisconsin.
• Internship in behavioral health as part of degree program within 1 year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist with assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation under RN supervision.
• Provide direct and indirect care to support patient needs.
• Perform hygiene, nutrition support, vital signs, and recordkeeping.
• Offer age-appropriate activities aligned with care plans.
• Support safety on unit using de-escalation techniques.
• Participate in group activities coordinated by psychotherapy and nursing.
• Collaborate with care team under Essentia Health management and physician.

Skills

Patient care

Assessment

Vital signs

De-escalation

Recordkeeping

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in social services or related field

Certified Peer Support Specialist (MN or WI)

Job description

Job Posting

Building Location: Building B - St Marys Medical Center Department: 2005650 EMERGENCY SERVICES BEHAV HLTH - SMMC HOSP

Job Description

This position supports patient care by assisting with assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of technical tasks under the supervision of nursing leadership, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and alignment with departmental goals and mission. This role delivers direct and indirect care to pre-adolescents through geriatric patients, offering age-appropriate activities aligned with their care plans, either individually or in group settings.

Responsibilities

• Assists with assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of selected technical aspects of patient care under direct supervision of the registered nurse to meet the requirements of the Joint Commission and other regulatory or accrediting agencies.
• Provided direct/indirect care for patients to support the patient's needs as directed.
• Providing personal hygiene care, assisting with nutritional needs, providing comfort care and other assistance, appropriately and safely transferring patients, taking vital signs and completing recordkeeping, recognizing and promptly reporting changes in patient condition to the RN, and maintaining a safe, clean environment for patients to promote the healing process.
• Providing patients with activity opportunities appropriate to their ages and abilities and related to their plan of care, either individually or in a group setting.
• Help maintain safety on the unit by using de-escalation and other approved techniques to assist distressed or combative patients.
• Provide skill building and activities to patients serviced to enhance patient abilities to improve quality of life to their highest feasible level.
• Facilitate groups as coordinated by psychotherapy and nursing leaders.
• Provide services as part of a care team assembled to ensure optimal patient care delivery under the direction of Essentia Health management and the referring physician.

Education Requirements

Must have at least of the following to be considered:

• Degree in social services related field 1 year experience working with people with mental health symptoms or related applicable experience Certified Peer Support Specialist in Minnesota or Wisconsin Successful completion of a behavioral health internship as part of a degree seeking program with a bachelor's degree in social services or a related field obtained within 1 year of hire Qualifies as a Mental Health Practitioner according to MN Statute 245,462, Subdivision 17

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree with a preference in social services or related field and prior experience

Licensure/Certification Qualifications

• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification within 1 month of hire.

Employee Benefits at Essentia Health

• Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance options to ensure employees' well-being.
• Retirement Savings Plans: 401(k) with employer contributions to support long-term financial security.
• Professional Development: Opportunities for career growth through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs.
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible scheduling, paid time off, and personal leave to help employees manage their professional and personal lives.
• Employee Wellness Programs: Initiatives focused on physical, mental, and emotional health, including fitness memberships, counseling services, and wellness activities.

At Essentia Health, we’re committed to supporting your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs. We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs. To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Please note that benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at [phone].

Other Details

FTE: 0.8Possible Remote/Hybrid Option: Shift Rotation: Day/Eve/Night Rotation (United States of America) Shift Start Time: 0700,1500,2300 Shift End Time: 1530,2330,0730 Weekends: Rotating Holidays: Yes

Union: USWA Technical Workers SMMC (UTECH) Union

Posting Deadline: 10/7/2026

Compensation Range: $22.77 - $33.86

Employee Value and Commitment

Essentia Health seeks employees who embrace our commitment to patient- and family-centered care in communities both large and small. We're looking for people who are committed to making patients and their families feel known and understood. People who understand what it means to be Here with you. People who are willing to use their strengths to help others.

Our Values Quality | Hospitality | Respect | Joy | Justice | Stewardship | Teamwork

Equal Opportunity Statement

Essentia Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Essentia Health does not discriminate in employment because of age, color, creed, culture, disability (physical or mental), ethnicity, familial status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, language, local Human Rights Commission activity, national origin, military service, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, or public assistance status.

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