Mental Health Technician - Days

Hendricks Behavioral Hospital; Plainfield (IN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) + matching

Health insurance

Life insurance (employee)

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Long-term disability insurance

Paid time off

Paid Holidays

Cafeteria on site

Free parking

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Hendricks Behavioral Hospital in Plainfield, IN is seeking a dedicated Mental Health Technician. Under the RN, you will provide continuous patient care, monitor vitals, and participate in treatment activities across age groups from adolescents to geriatrics.

We offer benefits including health, vision, dental, disability, 401(k), PTO and paid holidays. Compensation ranges from $20.00 to $24.00 per hour for full-time work. Join us to support patients and contribute to a compassionate care team.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required or preferred; CNA/CNAR certification preferred.
• One year of related psychiatric patient care experience preferred.
• Degree in social work, recreation therapy, psychology, human services or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Record vital signs and monitor patients.
• Follow treatment plan under RN supervision.
• Lead MHT groups and use CPI techniques.
• Assist with discharge and life adjustment planning.
• Maintain a safe, clean, therapeutic environment and follow universal precautions.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Crisis intervention

Patient supervision

Education

High School Diploma

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Bachelor's degree in social/therapeutic field

Tools

CPI techniques

Job description

JOIN OUR TEAM AS A MENTAL HEALTH TECHNICIAN!7:00am-7:30pmYour Work Matters How will you make a difference?We are currently seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Mental Health Technician to join our team at Hendricks Behavioral Hospital!As a Mental Health Technician (MHT), you'll be an integral part of our treatment team, providing continuous care, supervision, and positive role modeling to patients across various age groups from adolescents to geriatrics. Working under the guidance of a Registered Nurse, you'll contribute to creating a therapeutic environment that fosters patient support and well-being.Accurately record vital signsExercise judgment in patient interactions and report changes to the RNFollow therapeutic interventions outlined by the treatment team and provide information for development and revisionEmploy crisis-intervention techniques, conduct MHT-led groups, and use facility-approved CPI techniquesAssist patients through discharge, guide in adjusting to life changes, and help with personal hygieneComply with policies for a safe, clean, and therapeutic environment, practicing universal precautions and responding to patient care priorities.Your Experience Matters What we’re looking for:Education: High School Degree or equivalent preferred; Certified Nursing or NAR required; Degree from an accredited college or university in social work, recreational therapy, psychology, human services, or appropriate therapeutic discipline preferred.Experience: One year of related experience, with a knowledge of psychiatric patient care techniques with an understanding of mental illness, preferred.Your Care Matters What we provide for our team:401(k) + matchingHealth insurance100% company-paid life insurance coverage up to 2x your annual salaryVision insuranceDental insurance100% company-paid long-term disability insurancePaid time offPaid HolidaysCafeteria on siteEmployee engagement eventsEmployee assistance programEmployee recognition programFree parkingDisclaimer: Select benefits are available to full-time positions only. Benefits are subject to change at the discretion of Hendricks Behavioral Hospital (HBH).Compensation:This is a full-time role, and the expected compensation range is $20.00- $24.00 hourly. We’re eager to engage with all qualified candidates, and consideration will be provided to experience and skill level. Join us as our Mental Health TechnicianGet to know us Outstanding Care, Compassionate People, Unparalleled ServiceWelcome to Hendricks Behavioral Hospital (HBH), a premier healthcare provider in Plainfield, IN setting the gold standard for excellence in mental health and addiction treatment support. Located Plainfield, IN, HBH offers a full continuum of care, including inpatient and outpatient psychiatric services and specialized, evidence-based programs for all patients, regardless of their ability to pay.At HBH, the community is an integral part of our team, fostering collaboration to build an efficient, comprehensive, and seamless continuum of care. We take pride in offering dynamic, challenging, and highly rewarding positions. You'll have the opportunity to work closely with a team of experts, ensuring our patients receive personalized services that guide them toward achieving their treatment goals.Join us in providing exceptional care and contributing to the well-being of individuals and families in need, and be a part of the transformative healthcare experience Hendricks Behavioral Hospital.To learn more, please visit our website: https://www.hendricksbehavioralhospital.com/TOGETHER WE CAN MAKE POSITIVE I.M.P.A.C.T.S.Individuals Maintaining Positive Attitude and Commitment To Service____________________________________________________________