Emergency Dept Mental Health Tech - Night Shifts

Houstonmethodistcareers; Baytown (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Houston Methodist is seeking a Mental Health Technician for full‑time night shifts in Baytown, providing care under supervision of a registered nurse and recording patient data in EPIC. The role emphasizes relationship‑centered care and safety in distress situations.

The position may involve travel to conduct home visits. Candidates should have a HS diploma, 1 year MHT experience in psychiatric settings, 3 years nursing/patient care experience with crisis management, and BLS/NVCRISIS

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 1 year experience as Mental Health Technician in psych/substance abuse setting.
• 3 years as nursing/patient care assistant with crisis management in hospital.
• BLS and NVCRISIS certifications required within 30 days.

Responsibilities

• Records data and performs treatments according to policy.
• Reports observations and patient problems to the nurse.
• Performs non‑nursing tasks and supports patient‑centered care.
• May involve travel to conduct home visits.

Skills

Crisis management

Communication skills

Teamwork

English proficiency

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Epic

Microsoft Office

Job description

Houston Methodist is seeking a Mental Health Technician for full‑time night shifts in Baytown, providing care under supervision of a registered nurse and recording patient data in EPIC. The role emphasizes relationship‑centered care and safety in distress situations.

The position may involve travel to conduct home visits. Candidates should have a HS diploma, 1 year MHT experience in psychiatric settings, 3 years nursing/patient care experience with crisis management, and BLS/NVCRISIS