Mental Health Technician — Day Shift, Sign-On Bonus & Benefits

Suncoast Behavioral Health Center; Bradenton (FL); On-site; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign On Bonus $1200.00

Starting at $17.50 per hour

Shift Differentials

401(K) with company match

Tuition Reimbursement

SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program

Job summary

Suncoast Behavioral Health Center provides quality mental health care for adolescents aged 11–17 facing behavioral and emotional challenges. The Mental Health Technician (MHT) delivers direct patient care, supervising patients in treatment, recreation, and education, while monitoring safety and progress in a residential setting.

The role offers a sign-on bonus and a starting hourly wage, with a schedule of 7:00AM–3:30PM and every other weekend.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor’s Degree in psychology or related field preferred (increase in wages).
• Six months’ experience in residential psychiatry or similar childcare exposure preferred.
• Must pass Level 2 Background Screening and Pre-employment Drug Test.

Responsibilities

• Supervise patients in treatment, recreation, education, and daily living activities to assess social and clinical status.
• Prioritize patient safety and employ least restrictive interventions.
• Ensure adherence to facility policies to avoid seclusion and restraint whenever possible.

Skills

CPR Certification

Handle with Care

Communication skills

Policy comprehension

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor’s Degree in psychology or related field

Job description

Suncoast Behavioral Health Center provides quality mental health care for adolescents aged 11–17 facing behavioral and emotional challenges. The Mental Health Technician (MHT) delivers direct patient care, supervising patients in treatment, recreation, and education, while monitoring safety and progress in a residential setting.

The role offers a sign-on bonus and a starting hourly wage, with a schedule of 7:00AM–3:30PM and every other weekend.