DSHS OHBH Mental Health Technician 3

Washington State Department of Social and Health Services; Tukwila (WA); Vor Ort; USD 52.000 - 76.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

5% premium pay (King County employees)

Free ORCA card for transportation

Additional 5% premium pay for on-site

On-site work three days a week may add

Zusammenfassung

Washington State Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) OHBH in Tukwila is seeking a Mental Health Technician 3 to provide compassionate, recovery‑oriented care under RN supervision. The role supports patients with acute psychiatric and physical health challenges, ensuring safety and adherence to treatment plans.

You will contribute to patient safety and well‑being, mentor staff, and help maintain a therapeutic environment within a multidisciplinary team at Olympic Heritage Behavioral

Qualifikationen

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Three years of experience in a psychiatric or mental health setting required.
• Ability to de-escalate crisis situations and respond therapeutically to patients.

Aufgaben

• Provide direct nursing care and maintain a safe, therapeutic environment by monitoring patient behavior and de-escalating situations.
• Observe and document patient conditions, vital signs, eating habits, and responses to interventions.
• Communicate changes in patient condition to RN staff and follow treatment plans.
• Orient, mentor, and train new staff on ward tasks and procedures.
• Follow hospital policies, procedures, and applicable regulations and standards.
• Escort and transport patients as needed.
• Monitor ward supplies and equipment; rotate stock to prevent expiration.
• Support unit operations by assisting patients with personal property, rounds, and maintenance requests.

Kenntnisse

De-escalation

Observation & reporting

Communication

Team collaboration

Infection control

Equipment operation

Ausbildung

High school diploma or equivalent

Jobbeschreibung

DSHS OHBH – Mental Health Technician 3

Join our team as a Mental Health Technician 3 (MHT3) at Olympic Heritage Behavioral Health (OHBH) in Tukwila! As part of the Behavioral Health and Habilitation Administration (BHHA), you’ll work alongside a dedicated team providing compassionate, recovery-oriented care to individuals experiencing acute psychiatric and physical health challenges. In this role, you’ll help maintain a safe therapeutic environment while providing nursing care and support to patients with complex needs and high-risk behaviors under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN). Your work will contribute to patient safety, recovery, and overall well-being while supporting OHBH’s mission and commitment to quality care.

Some Of What You'll Do

• Provide direct nursing care and maintain a safe therapeutic environment by monitoring patient behavior, responding to behavioral concerns, and de‑escalating situations as needed.
• Observe and document patient conditions and activities, including vital signs, eating habits, behaviors, and responses to therapeutic interventions.
• Communicate changes in patient condition and other relevant clinical observations to Registered Nurse (RN) staff and provide care according to established treatment plans.
• Orient, mentor, and train newly assigned staff on ward or living unit administrative tasks and procedures.
• Follow hospital policies, procedures, and applicable state and federal regulations and standards.
• Escort and transport patients as needed.
• Monitor ward or living unit supplies and equipment, maintain inventories, and rotate stock to prevent expiration.
• Support unit operations by assisting patients with personal property, valuables, and funds; conducting environmental rounds; and coordinating maintenance requests and contractor access to ensure a safe environment.

Who should apply?

We Are Searching For Professionals With

• A high school diploma or equivalent AND
• Three years of experience in a psychiatric or mental health setting.

What we're looking for:

• Ability to de‑escalate crisis situations and respond therapeutically to patients exhibiting angry, aggressive, or high‑risk behaviors.
• Ability to provide respectful, non‑threatening care that protects patient rights, promotes independence, and supports recovery.
• Knowledge of mental illness, recovery principles, group behavior, and group facilitation techniques.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, coworkers, supervisors, and the public, including sharing relevant patient observations with clinical staff.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team and resolve conflicts calmly and professionally.
• Knowledge of infection control practices, universal precautions, and applicable hospital policies, procedures, and regulatory standards.
• Skill in operating computers, copy machines, metal detectors, and patient lifting equipment safely and proficiently.

Additional information

• King County employees receive 5% premium pay in addition to the advertised salary and are eligible to receive a free ORCA card for transportation use.
• Opportunities performed on‑site at this work location at least three days a week may be eligible for an additional 5% premium pay in addition to the advertised salary.

About OHBH

Olympic Heritage Behavioral Health (OHBH) in Tukwila, Washington, is a 74‑bed state‑operated facility acquired by DSHS in 2023 to expand access to psychiatric care. Serving civilly committed patients, OHBH provides evidence‑based treatment through a multidisciplinary team of psychiatric, nursing, rehabilitation, and social work professionals. With a focus on stabilization and recovery, OHBH helps patients manage mental health symptoms and prepare for a successful transition back into the community.

Supplemental Information

Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history may be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the job. This announcement may be used to fill multiple vacancies. Employees driving on state business must have a valid driver's license. Employees driving a privately owned vehicle on state business must have liability insurance on the privately owned vehicle.

Relationship and Reporting Structure Disclosure: If you are selected for hire, you must disclose whether you have a relative, household member, close friend, or romantic partner within your potential supervisory chain of command. DSHS has a Relationships and the Reporting Structure policy that prohibits nepotism and can be reviewed here. Applicants whose appointment would result in a prohibited reporting relationship are not eligible for appointment to that position.

Washington State Department of Social and Health Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in any area of employment, its programs or services on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity/expression, marital status, race, creed, color, national origin, religion or beliefs, political affiliation, military status, honorably discharged veteran, Vietnam Era, recently separated or other protected veteran status, the presence of any sensory, mental, physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, equal pay or genetic information.

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