Mental Health Technician II

Baycare; Winter Haven (FL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision benefits

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

401k match and yearly contribution

Yearly performance appraisals and team

bonus

Job summary

BayCare is hiring a Mental Health Technician for Winter Haven Hospital. The role supports psychiatric inpatients, under RN supervision, with a focus on safety, observation, and therapeutic interaction.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, BLS certification, and preferred CNA or Patient Care Technician credentials. Full-time, evening shifts in Winter Haven, FL, with benefits and career growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Psychology background is helpful.
• BLS certification is required; CNA and Patient Care Technician are preferred.
• Education options include High School or Equivalent, an Associate's degree, or a Bachelor's degree.
• Certification details: BLS (Basic Life Support), CNA and Patient Care Technician are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care to psychiatric inpatients under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse.
• Provides ongoing monitoring and observation of patients to ensure safety and wellbeing.
• Promotes communication and therapeutic relationships with patients.

Skills

Psychology background

Education

BLS (Basic Life Support)

CNA - preferred

Patient Care Technician - preferred

High School or Equivalent

Associate's degree in related field - Preferred

Bachelor's degree in related field - Preferred

Job description

Behavioral Health

Behavioral Health

Full Time

Winter Haven:Winter Haven

Details

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 a Mental Health Technician to join our outstanding and compassionate team at Winter Haven Hospital

Mental Health Technician Position Details:

• Facility: Winter Haven Hospital
• Location: Winter Haven, FL
• Status: Full time, Hourly
• Shift Hours: 6:45 PM - 7:15 AM
• Weekend Work: Every Other
• On Call: No

The Mental Health Technician Responsibilities:

• Provides direct patient care to psychiatric inpatients under the direct Supervision of a Registered Nurse.
• Provides ongoing monitoring and observation of patients to ensure safety and wellbeing.
• Promotes communication and therapeutic relationships with patients.

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:

• 6 months – Psychology or Bachelor's degree in related field

Full time employees receive the following benefits:

• Benefits (Health, Dental, Vision)
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• 401k match and additional yearly contribution
• Yearly performance appraisals and team award bonus
• Community discounts and more
• AND the chance to be part of an amazing team and a great place to work

Come join our wonderful team!

This position requires Level II screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse, managed by the Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA). More information can be found at https://info.flclearinghouse.com .

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