Mental Health Technician: Compassionate Inpatient Care

1200 MH-Memphis Hospitals; United States; On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Methodist Le Bonheur is seeking a Mental Health Technician to provide a safe and structured therapeutic milieu for Behavioral Health inpatients. You will assist with individual and group counseling support, document progress, and help implement care plans in a compassionate team environment.

The role emphasizes de-escalation, safety, and clear communication across units. Strong clinical skills and a commitment to patient-centered care are essential in this fast-paced hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree Behavioral Science is required.
• Bachelor's Degree is preferred.
• High School Diploma or Equivalent is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Participates in admission and discharge processes and orients patients and families to the psychiatric unit.
• Performs clerical and data entry activities related to patient care.
• Provides high quality patient care and assists Mental Health Counselors by contributing to the interdisciplinary treatment planning process through observing, communicating observations, and participating in patient care meetings.
• Leads recreational, leisure, and skills activities.
• Maintains unit safety and supplies according to safety policies.
• Documents patient interactions including clinical interventions and progress.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

NVCI

CPR

ADL support

Medical terminology

De-escalation

Communication

Education

Associates Degree Behavioral Science

Bachelor's Degree

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Methodist Le Bonheur is seeking a Mental Health Technician to provide a safe and structured therapeutic milieu for Behavioral Health inpatients. You will assist with individual and group counseling support, document progress, and help implement care plans in a compassionate team environment.

The role emphasizes de-escalation, safety, and clear communication across units. Strong clinical skills and a commitment to patient-centered care are essential in this fast-paced hospital setting.