Mental Health Technician

Research Medical Center; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking a Mental Health Technician dedicated to providing compassionate care to psychiatric patients. This role involves supporting nursing care plans, ensuring high-quality patient supervision, and participating in treatment teams. With a commitment to diversity and teamwork, this position offers personal growth opportunities in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical coverage

401(k) Plan with 100% match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Education assistance

Referral services

Time Away From Work Program

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• At least one year of inpatient psychiatric experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Providing care and supervision to psychiatric patients.
• Recording patient vital signs.
• Documenting physical or behavioral changes.

Skills

Empathy

Compassion

Listening

Teamwork

Resilience

Education

High School diploma or GED

Associate or Bachelor's degree

Tools

CPR/BLS certification

CNA

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Introduction

Experience the HCA Healthcare difference where colleagues are trusted, valued members of our healthcare team. Grow your career with an organization committed to delivering respectful, compassionate care, and where the unique and intrinsic worth of each individual is recognized. Submit your application for the opportunity below: Mental Health Technician Research Psychiatric Center

Benefits

Research Psychiatric Center offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career, and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay, including prescription drug and behavioral health coverage, free telemedicine services, and free AirMed medical transportation.
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, and more.
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical, and financial wellbeing.
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service).
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock.
• Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
• Referral services for child, elder, and pet care, home and auto repair, and more.
• Consumer discounts through Abenity and other providers.
• Retirement readiness, rollover assistance, and banking partnerships.
• Education assistance (tuition, student loans, certification support, dependent scholarships).
• Colleague recognition program.
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, family leave, disability coverage, leaves of absence).
• Employee Health Assistance Fund offering free employee-only coverage based on income.

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

We are seeking a Mental Health Technician to ensure high-quality, efficient patient care. We value diversity, teamwork, and a supportive work environment. If you are empathetic, caring, compassionate, cool-headed, a good listener, hardworking, versatile, resilient, and open-minded, we want you to apply.

Job Summary and Qualifications

There has never been a greater need for passionate, caring individuals in mental health. The Mental Health Technician provides patient-centered care by performing basic nursing functions and activities of daily living under RN supervision, supporting nursing care plans.

Responsibilities include:

• Providing care and supervision to psychiatric patients.
• Recording patient vital signs.
• Documenting physical or behavioral changes.
• Participating as part of the treatment team.

Qualifications:

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Associate or Bachelor's degree preferred.
• CPR/BLS certification required upon hire and maintained.
• CNA preferred.
• At least one year of inpatient psychiatric experience preferred.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and clerical skills preferred.

Research Psychiatric Center is a 95+ bed facility offering inpatient, outpatient, and community behavioral health services. Our team includes psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, and counselors, dedicated to compassionate care for all ages.

HCA Healthcare is recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies and invests heavily in charitable care and community support.

If you seek a role that offers personal growth and satisfaction, apply today. We review applications promptly and contact qualified candidates for interviews.

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We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability.