Geriatric Mental Health Tech - Day Shift (Full-Time)

Thousand Branches Wellness; Murray (KY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Excellent Medical/Dental/Vision

401(K) with company match

Long/Short-term Disability

Tuition Assistance

Job summary

Horizon Health, in partnership with Murray Calloway, seeks a Mental Health Technician on the day shift in Murray, KY. This full-time role supports a 12-bed geriatric psychiatric unit, assisting with patient care, monitoring, and documentation under nursing supervision.

The position requires an Associate Degree and CPR certification, with 1–3 years of relevant experience. Training, a supportive team, and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Associate degree required; CPR certification preferred.
• 1–3 years of relevant experience.
• Ability to physically assist patients and monitor activities.
• Strong communication and observation skills.

Responsibilities

• Attend to patient personal needs (hygiene, toileting, bathing, transferring).
• Escort and monitor patients during admissions, transfers, and discharges.
• Observe and document vital signs and patient information.
• Conduct therapies aligned with patient diagnoses.
• Maintain patient property and charts; perform clerical duties as needed.
• Document food and fluid intake and assist with feeding.
• Perform 15-minute visual checks per policy.
• Provide compassionate support to patients and families.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Team player

Stress management

Observation/reporting

Patient care assistance

Crisis prevention experience

Education

Associate Degree

Tools

CPR Certification

Job description

Horizon Health, in partnership with Murray Calloway, seeks a Mental Health Technician on the day shift in Murray, KY. This full-time role supports a 12-bed geriatric psychiatric unit, assisting with patient care, monitoring, and documentation under nursing supervision.

The position requires an Associate Degree and CPR certification, with 1–3 years of relevant experience. Training, a supportive team, and comprehensive benefits are offered.