Mental Health Technician - Clearwater

BayCare Health System; Clearwater (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking dedicated Mental Health Technicians to join their compassionate team in Clearwater. This role involves providing essential monitoring and support to patients, fostering therapeutic relationships, and assisting with physical care under the guidance of registered nurses. With a focus on safety and wellbeing, you will play a crucial role in the mental health environment. The company offers a competitive benefits package, including paid time off and tuition reimbursement, making it an excellent opportunity for those passionate about mental health care.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

401k Match

Team Award Bonus

Community Discounts

Qualifications

• 6 months of Psychology-based experience required for Mental Health Technician II.
• Preferred experience includes working as a Mental Health Technician Pool.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and observe patients for safety and wellbeing.
• Promote communication and therapeutic relationships with patients.
• Assist with physical care under RN direction.

Skills

Patient Monitoring

Therapeutic Communication

Physical Care Assistance

Coordination Skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Associate's Degree in Related Field

Bachelor's Degree in Related Field

Tools

Basic Life Support (BLS)

CNA Certification

Patient Care Technician Certification

Job description

At BayCare, we are proud to be one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. Our network consists of 16 community-based hospitals, a long-term acute care facility, home health services, outpatient centers and thousands of physicians. With the support of more than 30,000 team members, we promote a forward-thinking philosophy that’s built on a foundation of trust, dignity, respect, responsibility and clinical excellence.

BayCare Health Systems is currently seeking **Mental Health Technicians** to join our outstanding and compassionate team at Morton Plant Hospital in Clearwater!

**Mental Health Technician II Position Details:**

+ **Facility:** Morton Plant

+ **Location:** Clearwater, FL

+ **Status:** Full time & Pool, Hourly

+ **Shift Hours:** 6:45 PM - 7:15 AM or 6:45 Am - 7:15 PM

+ **Weekend Work:** Every Other

+ **On Call:** No

The Mental Health Technician II Responsibilities:

+ Provides ongoing monitoring and observation of patients to ensure safety and wellbeing.

+ Promotes communication and therapeutic relationships with patients.

+ Assists with physical care under the direction of an RN.

+ Promotes coordination of the unit by completing orders, making phone calls and directing calls and information to the charge nurse.

_BayCare offers a competitive total reward package including:_ benefits, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, 401k match & additional yearly contribution, yearly performance appraisals, team award bonus, community discounts, the chance to be part of an amazing team and a great place to work!

Required Certification/Licensures:

+ BLS (Basic Life Support)

+ CNA (Nursing Assistant) - preferred

+ Patient Care Technician - preferred

Required Education:

+ High School or Equivalent

+ Associate's degree in related field - Preferred

+ Bachelor's degree in related field- Preferred

Required Experience:

+ Mental Health Technician II - Required 6 months of Psychology based experience or bachelor's degree in related field

+ Mental Health Technician Pool - Preferred 6 months of Psychology based experience

Come join our wonderful team!

_Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled_

**Position** Mental Health Technician - Clearwater

**Location** Clearwater | Clinical | Full Time

**Req ID** null