Geriatric Mental Health Technician/CNA — 12‑Hour Night Shift

MiraVista Behavioral Health Center; Holyoke (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision

401(k) match

Employer paid STD

Employer paid life and AD&D Insurance

Paid Time Off

Flexible Spending Account

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

MiraVista Behavioral Health Center in Holyoke, MA is seeking a dedicated Mental Health Technician/CNA for a 7:00 pm–7:30 am shift in a new geriatric inpatient unit. This role supports patients and families within a multidisciplinary team, providing direct care, safety checks, and de‑escalation as needed.

Requirements include a high school diploma, CNA/PCT/M.A. experience in geriatric or behavioral health settings, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Experience as PCT/PCA, CNA, or Medical Assistant in geriatric or behavioral health settings required.
• Experience with dementia or cognitive impairment and crisis intervention preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct patient observation and rounds.
• Assist staff with patient care while following treatment plans.
• Obtain and document vital signs for patients.
• Observe and monitor patient progress and report observations to staff.
• Develop a therapeutic relationship with patients while maintaining professional boundaries.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living as necessary.
• Assist with transfers, ambulation, positioning, and mobility needs while using safety techniques.
• Provide supervision of patients’ activities.
• Responsible for safety monitoring of patients on the unit.
• Complete documentation in the EMR system.
• Work collaboratively with the Interdisciplinary Team.

Skills

Patient observation

Vital signs

De-escalation

Effective communication

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor’s degree in psychology or human services (preferred)

Tools

EMR system

Job description

MiraVista Behavioral Health Center in Holyoke, MA is seeking a dedicated Mental Health Technician/CNA for a 7:00 pm–7:30 am shift in a new geriatric inpatient unit. This role supports patients and families within a multidisciplinary team, providing direct care, safety checks, and de‑escalation as needed.

Requirements include a high school diploma, CNA/PCT/M.A. experience in geriatric or behavioral health settings, and strong communication skills.