Full-Time Mental Health Technician — Direct Patient Care

Larkin Community Hospital, Inc.; Florida; On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Larkin Community Hospital, Inc. is seeking a Mental Health Technician (MHT) to provide direct patient care in a psychiatric setting.

This full-time technical role involves supporting the mental health care team, assisting with daily activities, monitoring patient behavior, and reporting changes to clinical staff in a South Miami unit. Qualification requirements include BLS, crisis intervention training, strong communication, and the ability to pass background checks and an in-house MHT test.

Qualifications

• BLS certification required.
• Ability to pass background checks and drug screening.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Crisis Intervention Training required.
• Must pass in-house MHT test.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care and support the mental health care team.
• Maintain a safe and therapeutic environment for patients.
• Assist with daily activities and routines.
• Monitor patient behavior and report changes to clinical staff.

Skills

BLS certification

Strong communication

Crisis Intervention Training

Background checks & drug screening

Job description

Larkin Community Hospital, Inc. is seeking a Mental Health Technician (MHT) to provide direct patient care in a psychiatric setting.

This full-time technical role involves supporting the mental health care team, assisting with daily activities, monitoring patient behavior, and reporting changes to clinical staff in a South Miami unit. Qualification requirements include BLS, crisis intervention training, strong communication, and the ability to pass background checks and an in-house MHT test.