Mental Health Technician - Children's Hospital

KidsPeace Childrens Hospital; Orefield (PA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

KidsPeace Childrens Hospital in Orefield seeks a Mental Health Technician to support and supervise emotionally and behaviorally challenged children. Candidates should have a high school diploma, relevant experience, and certifications. The role offers competitive pay and opportunities for advancement in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Generous paid time off

Tuition assistance

Student loan forgiveness programs

Comprehensive benefits

Qualifications

• Experience with emotionally challenged children preferred.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Basic personal computer skills necessary.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct supervision and support to children.
• Differentiate between discipline and punishment while ensuring safety.
• Build trusting relationships for individualized treatment.

Skills

Compassion

Communication

Awareness

Crisis Management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree in mental health or a related field

Job description

Mental Health Technician - Children's Hospital FEATURED

Orefield, PA

Multiple options available, primarily evenings with weekends/OT as needed.

The Mental Health Technician is responsible for providing direct supervision and support to emotionally and behaviorally challenged children and adolescents in a compassionate and respectful manner. This role requires a strong commitment to safety, awareness of ongoing developments and concerns of all children in care, and the ability to differentiate between discipline and punishment. The technician should also recognize underlying needs beyond surface behaviors and build trusting, supportive relationships to facilitate individualized treatment and programming.

Qualifications (Education, Training, Experiences):

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor’s degree in mental health or a related field preferred.
• Experience with acutely emotionally challenged children or adolescents preferred.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• SCM certification and CPR/First Aid certifications required (training provided post-hire).
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Basic personal computer skills required.

KidsPeace offers a supportive work environment with:

• Competitive compensation and opportunities for career advancement.
• Generous paid time off to promote work/life balance.
• Tuition assistance and student loan forgiveness programs.
• Comprehensive benefits including life, disability, and pet insurance.
• An organizational culture rooted in respect, mission-driven work, and camaraderie.

KidsPeace is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to workforce diversity.