Mental Health Technician: Crisis Care & Activities

The Meadows Psychiatric Center; Centre Hall (Centre County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

New wages

Tuition reimbursement

401(K) with company match

Excellent medical/dental/vision plans

Job summary

The Meadows Psychiatric Center in Central Pennsylvania is seeking a dedicated Mental Health Technician for full-time work. Shifts are 3pm-11:30pm or 7:00pm-7:30am with rotating weekends.

You will work under the direction of a Registered Nurse, providing continuous patient care, supervision, and interaction to patients from adolescence to geriatrics. As part of the treatment team, you will observe safety, document progress, and assist with therapeutic activities and daily routines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• One year of experience in mental health preferred.
• Excellent verbal communication skills; ability to remain calm in dynamic environments; strong customer service and dependable attendance.
• Verbal deescalation skills required.

Responsibilities

• Respond to patient crisis events using de-escalation techniques.
• Lead activity groups for patients according to the program schedule.
• Conduct patient observation rounds to ensure safety.
• Supervise patients in daily activities and assist treatment team with therapeutic activities.
• Document patient behaviors, conditions, and progress.
• Monitor visitation regarding patient safety.

Skills

Verbal deescalation

Communication skills

Calm under pressure

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

The Meadows Psychiatric Center in Central Pennsylvania is seeking a dedicated Mental Health Technician for full-time work. Shifts are 3pm-11:30pm or 7:00pm-7:30am with rotating weekends.

You will work under the direction of a Registered Nurse, providing continuous patient care, supervision, and interaction to patients from adolescence to geriatrics. As part of the treatment team, you will observe safety, document progress, and assist with therapeutic activities and daily routines.