Mental Health Technician: Compassionate Care & Crisis Support

Universal Health Services; Greer (SC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The Carolina Center for Behavioral Health is seeking a Mental Health Technician to provide direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. You will help maintain a safe, therapeutic milieu and assist with daily living activities in a behavioral health setting.

The role requires flexibility to work with varied populations and may involve crisis intervention and participation in treatment planning.

Qualifications

• High School degree or equivalent required.
• Certified Nursing Assistant preferred.
• Degree in social work, recreational therapy or appropriate therapeutic discipline preferred.
• CPR certification prior to independent patient assignment.
• Management Aggressive Behavior Training (HWC) before unit orientation and prior to restraining procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
• Maintain a safe and therapeutic milieu and assist with activities of daily living.
• Conduct 15‑minute rounds on patients per policy.
• Assist patients who are prone to fall when walking or sitting.
• Participate in restraint and seclusion of patients when required.
• Communicate patient progress to the treatment team and participate in shift reports.

Skills

Crisis intervention

ADL assistance

Patient monitoring

Communication with team

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Certified Nursing Assistant

Degree in social work / recreational therapy / related discipline

CPR certification

Tools

CPR certification

Management Aggressive Behavior Training (HWC)

Job description

The Carolina Center for Behavioral Health is seeking a Mental Health Technician to provide direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. You will help maintain a safe, therapeutic milieu and assist with daily living activities in a behavioral health setting.

The role requires flexibility to work with varied populations and may involve crisis intervention and participation in treatment planning.