Compassionate Behavioral Health Tech – Day Shifts

Mercy; Missouri; On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a dedicated Behavioral Health Technician (Full-Time; Days) in Missouri to provide compassionate, individualized patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse. You will assist with direct care, monitor safety, support therapeutic interventions, and perform unit duties essential to operations, aligning with Mercy's mission and service standards.

You will collaborate with the care team to document conditions, participate in admissions and discharges, and help maintain a

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Nurse Assistant Training Program preferred.
• Experience in Behavioral Health, Psychiatry, Mental Health Services, Direct Support Professional (DSP), or related healthcare setting preferred.
• Relevant healthcare certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with activities of daily living (ADLs) including hygiene, nutrition, mobility, ambulation, and repositioning.
• Observe and document patient condition, behaviors, mood, and participation in treatment activities.
• Take and record vital signs, weights, intake/output, meal consumption, safety checks, and other observations per policy.
• Build positive therapeutic relationships with patients through respectful interactions.
• Participate in admissions, transfers, and discharges, securing personal belongings.
• Report changes in condition or unusual events to licensed staff promptly.
• Reinforce safety plans and support engagement in treatment goals.
• Assist with monitoring and documentation during restraint situations under licensed staff.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Team collaboration

Patient safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Nurse Assistant Training Program

Job description

Mercy is seeking a dedicated Behavioral Health Technician (Full-Time; Days) in Missouri to provide compassionate, individualized patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse. You will assist with direct care, monitor safety, support therapeutic interventions, and perform unit duties essential to operations, aligning with Mercy's mission and service standards.

You will collaborate with the care team to document conditions, participate in admissions and discharges, and help maintain a