Inpatient Behavioral Health Technician, 12-Hour Shifts

ADP, Inc.; Warren (MI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift premiums

Job summary

Trillium Behavioral Health is a Joint Commission-accredited inpatient psychiatric hospital in Warren, Michigan. The Mental Health Technician provides patient-centered care, follows nursing guidance, and supports admissions and transfers while monitoring safety and behavior.

Role emphasizes de-escalation, daily living assistance, and adherence to treatment plans within a 12-hour shift schedule, with focus on safety and dignity in a therapeutic environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Two years of college or a bachelor's in psychology, social work, mental health, or related fields preferred.
• At least one year of experience in a psychiatric setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Follows instructions given by all nursing personnel and policies.
• Identifies medical problems and reports to the supervising Nurse.
• Performs patient checks every 15 minutes or as directed by the physician.
• Assists with admissions, discharges, and transfers and completes documentation promptly.
• Observes and documents patient behavior according to AIR charting policy.

Skills

Psychiatric care

Patient safety

Documentation

De-escalation

Education

High School Diploma

2 years of college or bachelor's in psychology/mental health

Job description

Trillium Behavioral Health is a Joint Commission-accredited inpatient psychiatric hospital in Warren, Michigan. The Mental Health Technician provides patient-centered care, follows nursing guidance, and supports admissions and transfers while monitoring safety and behavior.

Role emphasizes de-escalation, daily living assistance, and adherence to treatment plans within a 12-hour shift schedule, with focus on safety and dignity in a therapeutic environment.