Compassionate Mental Health Technician

American Health Partners; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

American Health Partners in Huntsville, AL is seeking a Mental Health Technician to provide direct patient care in daily living activities under nurse supervision, maintain a safe therapeutic environment, and respond to crises.

The MHT will measure vitals, assist with bathing, dressing, mobility, document care, follow infection control, and participate in activities while protecting confidentiality and safety.

Qualifications

• Compassionate and truly interested in helping others.
• Patient, honest, good communicators and capable in crisis situations.
• Displays flexibility and cooperation in a team environment.
• Uses de-escalation techniques and builds therapeutic rapport.
• Knows patient rights and admission criteria.
• Familiar with restraints and seclusion laws and hospital mission.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care (bathing, dressing, mobility).
• Measure vital signs and document inputs/outputs.
• Maintain clean, safe, therapeutic environment; follow infection control rules.
• Assist with admissions and patient orientation; complete clinical records.
• Support recreation and therapeutic activities; monitor safety and crisis situations.

Skills

Compassionate

Crisis intervention

De-escalation techniques

Strong communication

Professional conduct

Education

Certified Nurse Assistant

CPI certification

CMS Restraint and Seclusion training

CPR certification

Tools

Microsoft Suite

PPE

Standard office equipment

Desktop/iPad

Job description

American Health Partners in Huntsville, AL is seeking a Mental Health Technician to provide direct patient care in daily living activities under nurse supervision, maintain a safe therapeutic environment, and respond to crises.

The MHT will measure vitals, assist with bathing, dressing, mobility, document care, follow infection control, and participate in activities while protecting confidentiality and safety.