Corrections Mental Health Technician – Day Shift

Centurion Health; Hagerstown (MD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Centurion Health in Maryland is seeking a Full-time Mental Health Technician to join the team at MarylandCorrectional Training Center in Hagerstown. The role focuses on basic behavioral health monitoring within a correctional setting, and on running recreational groups to support patient recovery and well-being.

The candidate will work with a multidisciplinary team, participate in treatment planning meetings, and help set patient goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in psychology, sociology, social work, or counseling is required.
• Previous MHT or CNA experience is required.
• Valid state driver's license is required.
• CPR & BLS certifications are required.
• Must pass background check and obtain agency security clearance where applicable.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic behavioral/mental health monitoring for patients in a correctional setting.
• Create and lead recreational groups addressing symptoms and promoting recovery.
• Provide structured cognitive and social stimulation to support well-being.
• Assess recreational and adaptive living needs and participate in treatment team meetings to set plans and goals.

Skills

MHT/CNA experience

Background check clearance

Willing to obtain security clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree in psychology, sociology, social work, or counseling

CPR & BLS certification

Job description

Centurion Health in Maryland is seeking a Full-time Mental Health Technician to join the team at MarylandCorrectional Training Center in Hagerstown. The role focuses on basic behavioral health monitoring within a correctional setting, and on running recreational groups to support patient recovery and well-being.

The candidate will work with a multidisciplinary team, participate in treatment planning meetings, and help set patient goals.