Mental Health Technician

Family & Children's Center; La Crosse (WI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Family & Children's Center in La Crosse, WI is seeking a Part-Time Mental Health Technician to support individuals with mental health needs. The role emphasizes empathy, safety, and client-centered care in collaboration with the Community Support Program.

You will deliver evening medications, conduct client check-ins, help with daily living skills, document observations, and participate in trainings and staff meetings.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in behavioral health or customer service is preferred but not required—training will be provided.
• Able to pass background checks and maintain a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Build positive, supportive relationships to promote recovery and well‑being.
• Deliver evening medications and conduct client check-ins as needed (weekends/evenings/holidays).
• Collaborate with CSP on-call after hours and weekends/holidays to report concerns.
• Help clients develop independent living skills (cleaning, hygiene, cooking, shopping, money management) and provide transportation as needed.
• Maintain accurate notes and documentation per governing standards.
• Attend staffing meetings and complete annual training and development opportunities.
• Provide fill-in or flexible coverage as requested by CSP supervisor.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Teamwork

Customer service

Education

High school diploma

Job description

# Mental Health TechnicianLegal Address - La Crosse, WI 54603## OverviewPosition TypePart TimeCategoryNonprofit - Social Services## DescriptionLooking for more than just a job but only able to commit to 5 to 10 hours per week? Need evening and weekend hours? Want to earn extra cash while making a difference in our community? We're seeking a compassionate, dependable **Part-Time Mental Health Technician** to support individuals on their journey toward improved mental health and wellness. Join a team that's committed to changing lives, one person at a time.If you're someone who leads with empathy, communicates with respect, and thrives on a team, this is your opportunity to create a safe and supportive environment for persons with severe and persistent mental illness, enabling them to live independently in our community under the direction of the Community Support Program (CSP).Every day is an opportunity to make a positive impact. Whether you're just beginning your career in behavioral health or have experience supporting individuals with mental health needs, we'd love to meet you.**What you'll do:**As a Mental Health Technician, you'll work alongside a dedicated team of professionals to provide compassionate, person-centered care. Responsibilities include:* Building positive and supportive relationships with clients that promote recovery and well-being.* Conducting daily evening medication delivery and client check ins as needed, particularly on weekends, evenings and some holidays.* Collaborating and communicating with CSP on-call during afterhours and weekends/holidays to report any concerns or unusual events.* Providing education and assistance to CSP clients, helping them develop independent living skills (i.e. cleaning, hygiene, cooking, shopping, money management, social skills) while providing transportation as needed.* Maintaining contact notes and other required paperwork in a timely manner and according to governing standards.* Collaborating with a dedicated Case Management team to provide exceptional care related to client treatment needs. Attending staffing meetings during scheduled shifts helps reinforce collaboration.* Complete annual staff training and professional development opportunities.* Provide fill-in or flexible coverage as requested by the CSP supervisor. This includes morning and evening medication delivery and leading CSP group sessions on weekends or holidays.* As a dynamic and fast-paced position, other duties may be assigned based on program needs.**Why work for Family and Children's Center?*** Meaningful work that truly changes lives.* Flexible, part-time scheduling.* Supportive and collaborative team environment.* Paid training and opportunities to grow your career and knowledge base.* Competitive pay and referral incentives.* Opportunity to gain valuable professional experience to further your career and education.* Employee Assistance Program for all employees.## Qualifications**What we're looking for:*** High school diploma or equivalent required.* Experience in behavioral health, human services, healthcare, or customer service is preferred but not required—we're happy to train the right candidate.* Experience working with adults who have severe and persistent mental illness and the desire to to become certified as a CSP mental health technician preferred.* Strong communication and interpersonal skills.* Ability to remain calm, compassionate, and professional in a fast-paced environment.* Basic computer skills and ability to document observations.* Ability to pass required background checks, maintain a valid driver's license, and meet employment requirements.**Who You Are**You believe everyone deserves dignity, respect, and hope. You're patient, dependable, and ready to be part of a team that supports people during some of the most important moments of their lives.Whether you're starting a career in behavioral health and human services, or looking to continue making a difference, this is an opportunity to do meaningful work every day.**Apply today and help us build healthier individuals, stronger families, and a more resilient community—right here in the La Crosse area.**