Mental Health Technician

Oaklawn Psychiatric Center; Goshen (IN); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Starting rate

Work life balance

Behavioral health assistance

Regular supervision

Job summary

Oaklawn Psychiatric Center in Goshen, IN is seeking a Mental Health Technician for the Adult Inpatient Unit. This PRN/part-time role supports daily routines, assists in therapeutic activities, and collaborates with nursing and treatment teams to deliver compassionate care.

The position offers a starting pay of $20.88 per hour, opportunities for supervision and growth, and a supportive environment focused on recovery and community well-being for adults.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• At least 20 years of age.
• Experience with targeted population preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in maintaining daily routines for adult clients.
• Provide skills and support to help clients regain coping abilities.
• Create a therapeutic milieu to facilitate healing.
• Collaborate with nursing staff and treatment team on interventions and data reporting.

Skills

Target population experience

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Mental Health Technician - Adult Inpatient Unit - Goshen

Are you looking for a rewarding and supportive work environment with opportunities to grow? Join Oaklawn, where hope and healing begin, in addressing the mental health needs of our community.

Who We Are

Oaklawn is the leading provider of mental health and addiction services in Elkhart, Goshen, South Bend, Mishawaka and the surrounding communities of northern Indiana. We serve 27,000 children, adolescents and adults annually through treatment that spans the continuum of care. Our services range from skills training and case management to outpatient therapy and inpatient care, specializing in complex cases. With nearly 900 employees on four campuses, Oaklawn offers unparalleled clinical training and robust opportunities for growth. Oaklawn has led groundbreaking initiatives in children's mental health, addiction treatment, cross-cultural outreach, housing for seriously mentally ill adults and more. Our staff have unique opportunities for advancement while working on the cutting edge of community mental health.

What We Offer

• Starting rate of $20.88
• Work life balance
• Behavioral health assistance
• Regular supervision

What You’ll Do as a Mental Health Technician

We are hiring for PRN and part time Mental Health Technicians.

• Provide technical psychiatric services which are directed toward the following:
• Assistance in maintaining daily routines for adult clients
• Providing skills and support to enable clients to regain coping abilities and prevent further disability
• Creating a therapeutic milieu to facilitate healing
• As a vital part of the client’s treatment, the mental health worker will interact with a variety of professionals. The mental health worker will work with nursing staff, or lead staff member to receive assignments and report pertinent data. The mental health worker works with the treatment team to implement treatment plan interventions. The mental health worker may have contact with families, significant others, and other social service representatives.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• At least 20 years of age
• Experience with targeted population preferred.