Mental Health Technician: Crisis Care & Patient Support

Universal Health Services; New Orleans (LA); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid time off

Medical plan

Job summary

River Oaks Hospital, located in metropolitan New Orleans, LA, seeks a Mental Health Technician to join its psychiatric unit across all shifts. The role emphasizes patient observation, crisis intervention, and support for nursing staff in medication administration, ensuring patient safety and care.

Responsibilities include de-escalation during crises, documenting progress, and engaging patients in recovery-focused activities within a secure hospital environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in behavioral health or psychiatric settings (hospitals or corrections) required.
• EMT experience is highly desirable.
• RBT certification desirable.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• 6–12 months of inpatient psychiatric experience required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care through monitoring and observation.
• Assist with behavior management per treatment plan.
• Support medication administration under supervision and maintain records.
• Respond to crises with de-escalation techniques.
• Document patient progress and 15-minute observations in records.
• Engage patients in therapeutic activities to aid recovery.
• Maintain a safe, clean hospital environment per policies.

Skills

Behavioral health experience

Crisis intervention

Patient observation

Medical terminology

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

River Oaks Hospital, located in metropolitan New Orleans, LA, seeks a Mental Health Technician to join its psychiatric unit across all shifts. The role emphasizes patient observation, crisis intervention, and support for nursing staff in medication administration, ensuring patient safety and care.

Responsibilities include de-escalation during crises, documenting progress, and engaging patients in recovery-focused activities within a secure hospital environment.