Mental Health Technician - Dunedin

BayCare Health System; Dunedin (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Mental Health Technicians to join their compassionate team at a community hospital. This role involves monitoring patient safety, assisting with care under the guidance of registered nurses, and fostering therapeutic relationships. The position offers a supportive environment where you can make a significant impact in the lives of patients. With a competitive benefits package, including tuition reimbursement and performance bonuses, this opportunity is perfect for those looking to grow in the mental health field while being part of a dynamic team.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

401k Match

Team Award Bonus

Community Discounts

Qualifications

• 6 months of psychology-based experience required.
• CNA or Patient Care Technician certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and observe patients to ensure safety.
• Assist with physical care under RN direction.
• Promote therapeutic relationships with patients.

Skills

Patient Monitoring

Communication Skills

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Psychology Knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Associate's Degree in Related Field

Bachelor's Degree in Related Field

Job description

At BayCare, we are proud to be one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. Our network consists of 16 community-based hospitals, a long-term acute care facility, home health services, outpatient centers and thousands of physicians. With the support of more than 30,000 team members, we promote a forward-thinking philosophy that’s built on a foundation of trust, dignity, respect, responsibility and clinical excellence.

BayCare Health Systems is currently seeking **Mental Health Technicians** to join our outstanding and compassionate team at Mease Hospital in Dunedin!

**Mental Health Technician II Position Details:**

+ **Facility:** Mease Hospital Dunedin

+ **Location:** Dunedin

+ **Status:** Full time & Pool, Hourly

+ **Shift Hours:** 6:45 PM - 7:15 AM or 6:45 Am - 7:15 PM

+ **Weekend Work:** Every Other

+ **On Call:** No

The Mental Health Technician II Responsibilities:

+ Provides ongoing monitoring and observation of patients to ensure safety and wellbeing.

+ Promotes communication and therapeutic relationships with patients.

+ Assists with physical care under the direction of an RN.

+ Promotes coordination of the unit by completing orders, making phone calls and directing calls and information to the charge nurse.

**_BayCare offers a competitive total reward package including:_** benefits, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, 401k match & additional yearly contribution, yearly performance appraisals, team award bonus, community discounts, the chance to be part of an amazing team and a great place to work!

Required Certification/Licensures:

+ BLS (Basic Life Support)

+ CNA (Nursing Assistant) - preferred

+ Patient Care Technician - preferred

Required Education:

+ High School or Equivalent

+ Associate's degree in related field - Preferred

+ Bachelor's degree in related field- Preferred

Required Experience:

+ Mental Health Technician II - Required 6 months of Psychology based experience or bachelor's degree in related field

+ Mental Health Technician Pool - Preferred 6 months of Psychology based experience

Come join our wonderful team!

_Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled_

**Position** Mental Health Technician - Dunedin

**Location** Dunedin | Clinical | Full Time

**Req ID** null