Compassionate Behavioral Health Technician

Hackensack Meridian Health Inc.; Montgomery Township (NJ); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health in New Jersey seeks dedicated patient care professionals for the PCT Apprentice path. This role launches careers in nursing and behavioral health, with progression to Mental Health Technician after successful completion of the Apprenticeship Program.

The position emphasizes learning quickly, teamwork, and delivering high-quality patient-centered care; candidates may come from CNA/MA/PCT backgrounds or be pursuing degrees in social work, psychology, or nursing, with

Qualifications

• GED or equivalent required; some programs may lead to PCT apprenticeship.
• Completion of CNA/MA/PCT or nursing fundamentals program or related schooling.
• Pursuing an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, nursing, or related field.
• Ability to learn quickly, stay accountable, and deliver patient-centered care.
• Candidates with PCT, MHT, CNA experience or behavioral health background are favored.

Skills

Teamwork

Patient care

Adaptability

Learning agility

Accountability

Education

GED or equivalent

CNA/MA/PCT program

Nursing program (Fundamentals of Nursing)

PCT Apprenticeship Program

Associate's or Bachelor's in social work/psychology/nursing (or related)

Tools

Phlebotomy

EKG

Vital signs

Blood glucose testing

Job description

Hackensack Meridian Health in New Jersey seeks dedicated patient care professionals for the PCT Apprentice path. This role launches careers in nursing and behavioral health, with progression to Mental Health Technician after successful completion of the Apprenticeship Program.

The position emphasizes learning quickly, teamwork, and delivering high-quality patient-centered care; candidates may come from CNA/MA/PCT backgrounds or be pursuing degrees in social work, psychology, or nursing, with