Inpatient Mental Health Technician — Nights

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401k match

Generous PTO

Tuition Reimbursement

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Growth opportunities

Job summary

MiraVista Behavioral Health Center in Holyoke, MA is seeking a dedicated Mental Health Technician for a part-time night shift (11:00pm–7:30am) with every‑other weekend and holiday rotation. You’ll support inpatient behavioral health units, conduct safety checks, and assist with ADLs and patient care.

Qualifications include a High School Diploma; a Bachelor’s degree in psychology or human services preferred; and prior PCT/CNA/Medical Assistant experience.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; Bachelor’s degree in psychology or human services preferred.
• Previous PCT/PCA, CNA or Medical Assistant experience required or preferred.
• Strong communication skills and ability to maintain professional boundaries.

Responsibilities

• Conduct patient observation and rounds.
• Assist staff with patient care while following treatment plans.
• Observe and monitor patients' progress and report observations to staff.
• Develop therapeutic relationships with patients while maintaining boundaries.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living as needed.
• Provide supervision of patients’ activities and ensure safety.
• Monitor safety on the unit and manage admissions belongings.
• Complete documentation in the EMR system.
• Collaborate with the Interdisciplinary Team; float to all units as needed.

Skills

Compassionate care

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor’s degree in psychology or human services

Job description

MiraVista Behavioral Health Center in Holyoke, MA is seeking a dedicated Mental Health Technician for a part-time night shift (11:00pm–7:30am) with every‑other weekend and holiday rotation. You’ll support inpatient behavioral health units, conduct safety checks, and assist with ADLs and patient care.

Qualifications include a High School Diploma; a Bachelor’s degree in psychology or human services preferred; and prior PCT/CNA/Medical Assistant experience.