Mental Health Technician | Behavioral Health | PRN status

Logan Health; Kalispell (MT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12% PRN differential pay on top of the

Additional shift differential evening,

401(k) with generous employer match

Logan Health Fitness Center membership

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Medical, Dental and Vision benefits

Employer paid life insurance

Tuition Reimbursement Program

And More!

Job summary

Logan Health Behavioral Health in Kalispell, MT is seeking a PRN Mental Health Technician to support patient care in a 40-bed inpatient unit. You will provide compassionate supervision, document behaviors, assist with treatment plans and safety checks, and help facilitate group activities.

Prior residential/psychiatric experience is preferred. PRN roles offer flexible scheduling, potential shift differentials, and access to benefits and 401(k).

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in psychology/sociology, education or related field preferred. Other combinations of education and experience may be considered.
• Prior experience working in a residential, psychiatric, or mental health facility is highly preferred.
• RQI Responder(BLS) required within 7 days of hire/transfer or before independent patient care, whichever occurs first.
• De-escalation Training required within twelve (12) months of hire.
• Knowledge of cultural, ethnic, social, historical and spiritual issues relevant to the provision of mental health treatment preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of culture-related issues pertinent to mental health treatment preferred.
• Excellent organizational skills, detail-oriented, a self-starter, critical thinking, ability to set priorities and work in a team or independently.
• Commitment to working in a team environment and maintaining confidentiality as needed.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with diverse audiences.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to manage sensitive situations with tact and diplomacy.
• Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office and ability to learn other software as needed.

Responsibilities

• Contributes to the effective implementation of individual treatment plans. Provides limited one-to-one contact with patient/client and assists with focus on aftercare and transition planning.
• Ensures patient/client and their environment are safe, completes safety checks, remains alert to potential problems and reports concerns to appropriate leadership as applicable to assigned area(s).
• Delivers basic patient/client care under direction/supervision of leadership. Documents all care in EMR in a timely manner.
• Responds to stressful situations with good judgment; de-escalates patients and uses least restrictive interventions.
• Stimulates patient/client interest in individual and group activities; provides encouragement and feedback.
• Identifies at-risk patient/clients and develops safety plans as needed; relays information to stakeholders.
• Oversees patients in day-to-day activities including school, therapy groups and recreation as applicable.
• Assesses patients and provides therapy as indicated to maintain a safe and therapeutic environment.

Skills

RQI Responder (BLS)

De-escalation training

Communication skills

Teamwork & confidentiality

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in psychology/sociology/education or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Meaningful Work. PRN flexibility!

Our Mission

Quality, compassionate care for all.

Our Vision

Reimagine health care through connection, service and innovation.

Our Core Values

Be Kind | Trust and Be Trusted | Work Together | Strive for Excellence.

Logan Health Behavioral Health is looking for a PRN Mental Health Technician to help support our team!

About our facility

Logan Health Behavioral Health (formerly Pathways Treatment Center), provides acute inpatient services for Montana clients who have mental health or substance abuse issues.

Our 40-bed facility offers clinically effective treatment through the collaborative efforts of a team that includes psychiatrists, licensed therapists, psychiatric nurses, and mental health technicians. Each staff member is dedicated to delivering results-oriented treatment in a caring and confidential environment.

What you’ll be doing

In this role, you will provide compassionate care and supervision to patients/clients, while documenting behaviors and supporting individualized treatment plans. You’ll play a key role in maintaining and promoting a positive and safe environment through regular safety checks. Additionally, you will help facilitate group activities, fostering engagement and support within the unit.

Only applicants with prior experience working in a residential, psychiatric, or mental health facility or environment will be considered for this position. We are unable to consider inexperienced candidates at this time.

What we offer you

• 12% PRN differential pay on top of base rate of pay

• Additional shift differential evening, night, & weekend pay!

• 401(k) with generous employer match

• Logan Health Fitness Center membership discount

• EAP (Employee Assistance Program)

• Affordable Medical, Dental and Vision benefits

• Employer paid life insurance

• Tuition Reimbursement Program

and More!

Don’t miss this opportunity to make a real difference in your community!

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in psychology/sociology, education or related field preferred. Other combinations of education and experience may be considered.

• Prior experience working in a residential, psychiatric, or mental health facility is highly preferred.

• RQI Responder(BLS)requiredwithin 7 days of hire/transfer or before independentpatient care, whichever occurs first.

• De-escalation Training required within twelve (12) months of hire.

• Knowledge of cultural, ethnic, social, historical and spiritual issues relevant to the provision of mental health treatment preferred.

• Demonstrated knowledge of cultural, ethnic, social, historical and spiritual issues relevant to the provision of mental health treatment preferred.

• Excellent organizational skills, detail-oriented, a self-starter, possess critical thinking skills and be able to set priorities and function as part of a team as well as independently.

• Commitment to working in a team environment and maintaining confidentiality as needed.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills including the ability to communicate effectively with various audiences.

• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to manage sensitive and confidential situations with tact, professionalism, and diplomacy.

• Possess and maintain computer skills to include working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and ability to learn other software as needed.

Job Specific Duties

• Contributes to the effective implementation of individual treatment plans. Provides limited one-to-one contact with patient/client and assists with focus on aftercare and transition planning.

• Ensures patient/client and their environment are safe, completes safety checks, remains alert to potential problems and/or unsafe environment and reports concerns to appropriate leadership as applicable to assigned area(s).

• Delivers basic patient/client care under the direction / supervision of leadership as applicable to assigned area(s). Accurately documents all care given in the electronic medical record in a timely manner.

• Consistently exercises good judgment and professionally responds to stressful and non-stressful situations. Remains calm when de-escalating patient/client. Recognizes and implements least restrictive to more restrictive interventions based on De-escalation training.

• Stimulates patient/client’s interest and cooperation in various individual and/or group activities and programs. Performs positive interactions, instruction, oversight, feedback and encouragement.

• Identifies at risk patient/clients and develops safety plan based on assessments as needed. Relays information and/or issues to appropriate stakeholders.

• Oversees patient/clients in aspects of their day including school, therapy groups and recreational activities as applicable to assigned area(s).

• Assesses patient/clients and identifies dynamics, diagnostic elements, and provides therapy as indicated to maintain a safe and therapeutic environment as applicable to the position.

The above essential functions are representative of major duties of positions in this job classification. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary based upon departmental needs. Other duties may be assigned similar to the above consistent with knowledge, skills and abilities required for the job. Not all of the duties may be assigned to a position.

Shift

Variable (United States of America)

Schedule

PRN, variable shifts, scheduled as needed

Logan Health operates 24 hours per day, seven days per week. Schedules are set to accommodate the requirements of the position and the needs of the organization and may be adjusted as needed.

PRN positions (also referred to as Casual, As Needed, or Per Diem) at Logan Health offer flexibility and are designed to provide coverage during busy periods, employee absences, and vacations, making them an excellent opportunity to support the team as needed. PRN employees can participate in a matching 401(k) plan and have access to the Employee Assistance Program. Additionally, they may qualify for hourly differential pay for certain shifts or hours, offering extra compensation based on department-specific scheduling needs. Pay rates and scheduling practices may vary by department.

Notice of Pre-Employment Screening Requirements

If you receive a job offer, please note all offers are contingent upon passing a pre‑employment screening, which includes:

• Criminal background check

• Reference checks

• Drug Screening

• Health and Immunizations Screening

• Physical Demand Review/Screening

Equal Opportunity Employer

Logan Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE/AA/M-F/Vet/Disability). We encourage all qualified individuals to apply for employment. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on protected veteran status, race, color, gender, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability or any other basis protected by applicable law. If you require accommodation to complete the application, testing or interview process, please notify Human Resources.