Compassionate Mental Health Tech - Day Shift

Hendricks Behavioral Hospital; Plainfield (IN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) + matching

Health insurance

Life insurance (employee)

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Long-term disability insurance

Paid time off

Paid Holidays

Cafeteria on site

Free parking

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Hendricks Behavioral Hospital in Plainfield, IN is seeking a dedicated Mental Health Technician. Under the RN, you will provide continuous patient care, monitor vitals, and participate in treatment activities across age groups from adolescents to geriatrics.

We offer benefits including health, vision, dental, disability, 401(k), PTO and paid holidays. Compensation ranges from $20.00 to $24.00 per hour for full-time work. Join us to support patients and contribute to a compassionate care team.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required or preferred; CNA/CNAR certification preferred.
• One year of related psychiatric patient care experience preferred.
• Degree in social work, recreation therapy, psychology, human services or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Record vital signs and monitor patients.
• Follow treatment plan under RN supervision.
• Lead MHT groups and use CPI techniques.
• Assist with discharge and life adjustment planning.
• Maintain a safe, clean, therapeutic environment and follow universal precautions.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Crisis intervention

Patient supervision

Education

High School Diploma

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Bachelor's degree in social/therapeutic field

Tools

CPI techniques

Job description

Hendricks Behavioral Hospital in Plainfield, IN is seeking a dedicated Mental Health Technician. Under the RN, you will provide continuous patient care, monitor vitals, and participate in treatment activities across age groups from adolescents to geriatrics.

We offer benefits including health, vision, dental, disability, 401(k), PTO and paid holidays. Compensation ranges from $20.00 to $24.00 per hour for full-time work. Join us to support patients and contribute to a compassionate care team.