Direct Support Professional - Mental Health Technician

Grafton; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals during shift

Medical, dental and vision

Flexible Spending & Health Savings

Paid Time Off

Employer Paid Life Insurance

EAP

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Job summary

Grafton Integrated Health Network is seeking a Mental Health Technician for our Children & Adolescence program. The role focuses on direct care, safety, and implementing treatment plans under physician and team guidance.

You will document client progress, support daily activities, and participate in teamwork to promote positive outcomes in a licensed facility. Training and growth opportunities are provided.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma plus six months of direct care experience with children/adolescents or an Associates degree with three months of direct care experience.
• Bachelor's degree in a Human Service field required or preferred where noted.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record; basic computer skills including logging in and using MS applications.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care and implement treatment plans for clients.
• Ensure medication delivery is accurate and on time; monitor safety and crisis management.
• Document behaviors, participation in programming, and progress toward goals (Treatment Plan/IEP/ISP).
• Maintain engagement with clients, guide activities, and support daily living skills.
• Collaborate with the Treatment Team for continuity of care and communicate with guardians and staff.

Education

High School Diploma

Associates degree

Bachelors degree in Human Service field

Job description

Mental Health Technician

Support, Strength, and Compassion in Every Interaction

At Grafton Integrated Health Network, we’re guided by a shared purpose: helping individuals overcome barriers to live meaningful, fulfilling lives. As a Mental Health Technician, your meaningful impact comes through hands‑on support, encouragement, and the daily care that fosters growth and stability. You’ll thrive within a culture of teamwork and collaboration, surrounded by professionals who value your compassion and commitment. And because we care for you so you can care for others, we provide ongoing training, mentorship, and support to help you succeed.

Join us - and experience the deep fulfillment of knowing your work truly makes a difference!Be part of a team that leads with heart and grit, the Grafton way!

Schedules available:

• Monday - Friday 11 am - 7 pm
• Wednesday through Friday 1:30 pm - 10:30 pm and Saturday 8:30 am - 9:30 pm
• Sunday 8:30 am -9:30 pm and Monday through Wednesday 1:30 pm - 10:30 pm
• PRN Shifts available as well.

Job Summary

The Mental Health Technician (MHT) in our Children & Adolescence program, participates in the direct care and plan implementation for clients, as prescribed by physician and treatment teams. The MHT provides supervision, safety and crisis management for the client population; completes documentation of client behavior and participation in programming; adheres to the scheduled activities; serves as role model for positive and mature behavior; utilizes proactive behavioral strategies to minimize client crisis and maximize success. Reports to a residential manager, Program support Supervisor or Residential Administrator.

Shifts Available:

• Wednesday through Friday 1:30 pm - 10:30 pm and Saturday 8:30 am - 9:30 pm
• Sunday 8:30 am -9:30 pm and Monday through Wednesday 1:30 pm - 10:30 pm
• PRN Shifts available as well.

Essential Job Functions:

Health, Safety and Wellness of Clients

• Ensures medications are delivered accurately and on time.
• Provides for the well-being and safety of clients.
• Supports client health and hygiene.
• Utilizes infection control procedures.
• Reports serious incidents,participatesinreviewsand implements follow-up measures, as applicable.

Individual Plan Implementation

• Knows the SNAP(strengths, needs, abilities and preferences), goals/objectives/outcomes and treatment strategies from the current Plans (Treatment Plan, IEP, ISP) of assigned clients.
• Promotes clients’ achievement of behavioral goals by implementingthe behaviorstrategies and teaching alternative behaviors, asindicatedin the Treatment Plan/IEP/ISP.
• Actively instructs assigned clients so they can achieve education/residential goals andobjectivesor ID Waiver outcomes.
• Collects and documents behavioral and instructional data, accurately and reliably.
• Documents servicesdeliveredaccurately andin a timely manner.
• Maintainsa high levelof engagement with and monitoring of clients.Implements planned activities throughout theworkday.

Provides a Supportive and Solution–Focused Environment

• Builds trusting, respectful relationships with clients and helps clients do the same.
• Demonstrates knowledge about the symptoms andsupportsassociated with diagnoses of assigned clients and a trauma-informed care approach.
• Manages behavioral crisis safely.
• Collaborates with the Treatment Team to provide continuity of support and care, by communicating and contributing to team discussions and decisions.
• Exhibits exemplary customer service with guardians, agency personnel and visitors.

Site Management – Housekeeping, Nutrition, Transportation, Finances

• Ensures a safe residence / classroom environment.
• Assures a clean and organized residence/classroom.
• Promotes good nutrition and, in group homes,assistswith meal preparation.
• Provides transportation / community mobility.
• Assistswith purchases and is accountable for program and client money, as applicable.

Teamwork and commitment to the mission,valuesand vision of Grafton

• Demonstrates knowledge of organization.
• Demonstrates the core values of personal integrity and accountability.
• Performs other duties, as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education Requirements:
• High School Diploma and six months of direct care experience with children and/or adolescents or
• Associates degree and three monthsof direct care experience with children and/or adolescents or
• Bachelors degree in Human Service field
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Demonstrates moderate computer skills - how to log-in, how to navigate the web for information, how to start and save document in Microsoft, and has basic keyboarding skills.
• Must be 19+ years of age,

COMPENSATION

• Starting at $18.15 up to $22.00/hour based on experience and qualifications plus opportunity for overtime and shift differentials!
• Depending on hoursworked you may be eligible for Grafton's shift differential that is currently being offered.
• ShiftDifferentials:$1.50/hr. weekday evenings & overnight from 3:30p - 7:00a & $3.00/hr. weekends starting Fri 3:30p through Mon 7:00a

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

Caring for You, So You can Care for Others

• Free meals during shift, as available
• Medical, dental and vision
• Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
• Generous Paid Time Off plan & attendance incentives
• Employer Paid Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Short-term disability (STD)
• Long-term disability (LTD)

Stronger Together: Supporting Your Growth & Success

• Paid Career Development - we pay you while becoming certified in CPR, Ukeru, Mandt and other career training!
• 401(k), including an employer match up to $2,500 annually
• Education Assistance up to $5,250 annually
• As Grafton is a 501(c)(3) non-profit, you may be eligible for federal student loan forgiveness

If you require a reasonable accommodation or need assistance with the application or interview process please contact us at [e-mail]

Grafton is an equal employment opportunity employer and tobacco-free workplace!

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