Child & Adolescent Mental Health Technician I

Halifax Health; Daytona Beach (FL); On-site; USD 37,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

Halifax Health’s Halifax Behavioral Services seeks a Mental Health Technician I to support care for children and adolescents under supervision. The role emphasizes safety, empathy, observation, and positive role modeling within a multidisciplinary milieu.

The technician will assist with daily living activities, participate in group and recreation activities, and ensure confidentiality while following all policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• BLS certification required.
• Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related field desired.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct and indirect patient care to child and adolescent patients under RN or Program Therapist supervision.
• Facilitate milieu activities such as community meetings, goals, groups and recreational activities.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living (ADL).
• Respond to patients with empathy and de-escalate when needed.
• Report patient status and behavioral changes to the RN.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and HIPAA compliance.

Skills

Empathy

Observation

De-escalation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related field (desired)

Job description

Halifax Health’s Halifax Behavioral Services seeks a Mental Health Technician I to support care for children and adolescents under supervision. The role emphasizes safety, empathy, observation, and positive role modeling within a multidisciplinary milieu.

The technician will assist with daily living activities, participate in group and recreation activities, and ensure confidentiality while following all policies and procedures.