Mental Health Technician

MultiCare Health System; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

Code Lavender

Employee Assistance Programs

Tuition assistance

Residencies

Fellowships

Career development

Job summary

MultiCare Tacoma General Hospital in Tacoma, WA seeks a Mental Health Technician to join a collaborative, interdisciplinary team providing safe, supportive care for psychiatric patients and assisting with basic patient needs.

The position requires CNA-related credentials, BLS/CPR, First Aid, and additional state credentials; pa y scales with experience and credentials, with strong commitment to patient dignity and holistic care.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or related human services field preferred.
• 1 year experience accepted in lieu of education.
• Must obtain Nursing Assistant Registered (NAR) certification prior to start date.
• BLS certification required if assigned to Navos Hospital; CPR may be obtained onsite for other campuses.
• First Aid training required for Navos Hospital.
• Food Handler's Card required within first two weeks of hire.
• ACCR credential (Washington State Counselor Agency Affiliated Registered) must be applied for within 30 days of hire; may work while pending.
• Credential must be obtained upon DOH issuance; can practice under NAR during DOH process.

Responsibilities

• Support the unit with excellent patient service and clinic management assistance.
• Collaborate with physicians, clinical staff, front office, and clinic management to ensure health care outcomes.
• Perform diverse functions with specialized knowledge and available resources.
• Advocate for ethical, holistic care respecting autonomy, dignity, and diverse backgrounds.
• Maintain a safe, hazard-free environment by observing and documenting patient behavior and unsafe conditions.
• Provide and document interventions in modalities matched to each patient's needs.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Social Work or related human services field

Job description

Join a team that shares your calling At MultiCare, you’re more than just a job title — you’re part of a team built on trust that cares for each other, our patients and our communities. Belonging here means living our mission and values every day. If your purpose and passions align with ours, you’ll find a place to grow, do meaningful work and build a career you love in a community that feels like home.

Join a team that shares your calling At MultiCare, you’re more than just a job title — you’re part of a team built on trust that cares for each other, our patients and our communities. Belonging here means living our mission and values every day. If your purpose and passions align with ours, you’ll find a place to grow, do meaningful work and build a career you love in a community that feels like home.

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Position Summary

The Mental Health Technician is an incredible opportunity to expand your role in health care through functioning as part of a collaborative, interdisciplinary treatment team. This role is responsible for providing a safe, supportive, and therapeutic environment for psychiatric patients while assisting with the provision of basic patient care and recovery needs.

Responsibilities

• You will support the unit through excellent patient customer service and clinic management assistance
• You will collaborate with physicians, clinical staff, front office staff and clinic management to ensure comprehensive health care outcomes
• You will perform a variety of functions within the clinic setting requiring specialized knowledge and integration of available standards, resources, and data
• Advocate for ethical and holistic care promoting the autonomy, dignity, and health of patients from diverse ethnic and social backgrounds
• You will assist with maintaining a safe and hazard free environment by observing and documenting patient behavior, conducting patient room searches, reporting unsafe conditions and applying appropriate emotional and physical support
• You will provide and document interventions in a variety of modalities individually matched to the needs of each patient

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or any other human services field preferred and/or in lieu of education, will take 1 year of experience.
• Must obtain a Nursing Assistant Registered or CNA prior to start date
• If assigned to Navos Hospital, BLS certification is required prior to starting. Other campuses require CPR certification prior to starting on the floor and can be obtained onsite, if not already in hand.
• If assigned to Navos Hospital, First Aid training is required prior to starting.
• If assigned to Navos Hospital, Food Handler's Card is required within first two weeks of hire date
• Washington State Counselor Agency Affiliated Registered (ACCR) credential must be applied for within thirty (30) days of hire. Employees can work while in pending status. Grace periods will be adjusted in accordance with DOH requirements.
• Due to current processing delays at the Department of Health (approximately four [4] months), the credential is not required to be obtained within ninety (90) days, provided that the application was submitted in a timely and complete manner. The credential must be obtained upon issuance by the Department of Health. Individuals can practice under their NAR and complete NAR duties while waiting for active AACR, with proof of submission to DOH.

About Tacoma General Hospital

MultiCare Tacoma General Hospital, in the heart of Tacoma, WA, is a 367-bed regional medical center delivering cutting-edge care. With a 24-hour Emergency Department, Level II Adult Trauma Center, advanced cardiac, neurological, orthopedic and robotic surgery, Tacoma General combines innovation with compassionate care. Home to the MultiCare Regional Cancer Center, a Family Birth Center and specialized neonatal care in partnership with Mary Bridge Children’s, our collaborative, mission-driven teams offer a rewarding environment for career growth and professional excellence.

About The Tacoma Community

Tacoma, just 30 miles south of Seattle, blends big-city amenities with the beauty of the Pacific Northwest. From scenic waterfronts and mountain trails to vibrant arts, dining and brewery scenes, Tacoma offers something for everyone — outdoor enthusiasts, families and young professionals alike. With strong schools and universities, it’s a city where you can live, work and play.

Why MultiCare?

Rooted in the local community Partnering with patients, families and neighbors across the Pacific Northwest for more than 140 years.

Growth and education Competitive tuition assistance, award-winning residencies, fellowships and career development to invest in you.

Well-being and support Generous PTO, Code Lavender and Employee Assistance Programs to help you maintain balance and feel cared in your work and life.

Living our values Respect, integrity, kindness and collaboration guide how we care for patients, communities and each other.

Belonging for all Resource Groups and outreach programs help ensure every team member feels safe, seen, heard and valued.

Pacific Northwest lifestyle Work and live where natural beauty, adventure and strong community connections are part of everyday life.

Pay and Benefit Expectations

We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off. As required by various pay transparency laws, we share a competitive range of compensation for candidates hired into each position. The pay scale is $26.69 - $44.12 USD. However, pay is influenced by factors specific to applicants, including but not limited to: skill set, level of experience, and certification(s) and/or education. If this position is associated with a union contract, pay will be reflective of the appropriate step on the pay scale to which the applicant’s years of experience align.

Associated benefit information can be viewed here.