Mental Health Technician (MHT)

Minden Medical Center; Minden (LA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Minden Medical Center is seeking a Full-Time Mental Health Technician (MHT) for the night shift to support patients in a safe, respectful setting where compassionate care matters. This onsite, entry-level role helps the care team maintain a structured environment and respond to patient needs with professionalism and calm.

Key responsibilities include assisting patients with daily activities, observing and documenting behaviors, supporting therapeutic programming, communicating updates to the

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• C.N.A. certification preferred.
• Experience with psychiatric and/or geriatric patients preferred.
• Strong communication, empathy, sound judgment, and safety-first mindset.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with daily activities and maintain a safe, respectful milieu.
• Observe and document patient behaviors for the care team.
• Support therapeutic programming and de-escalation when needed.
• Communicate updates to the multidisciplinary team and respond to patient needs.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Judgment

Safety-first mindset

Education

High School Diploma

C.N.A. certification (preferred)

Job description

Your Impact

Minden Medical Center is seeking a Full-Time Mental Health Technician (MHT) for our night shift to support patients in a safe, respectful setting where compassionate care matters. This onsite, entry-level role helps the care team maintain a structured environment and respond to patient needs with professionalism and calm.

Key responsibilities include assisting patients with daily activities, observing and documenting behaviors, supporting therapeutic programming, communicating updates to the multidisciplinary team, and helping with de-escalation and crisis response when needed.

Required qualifications/skills:

• High School Diploma (required)
• C.N.A. certification (preferred)
• Experience with psychiatric and/or geriatric patients (preferred)
• Strong communication, empathy, sound judgment, and a safety-first mindset

A Typical Shift

As a FT Mental Health Technician (MHT), your night starts by getting report and orienting to the unit's priorities for the shift. You'll spend much of your time present on the floor-building rapport through steady, respectful interactions and helping keep the milieu calm and organized. Throughout the day you'll check in with teammates, share observations, and adjust to what the unit needs in the moment.

Because the schedule is varied, some shifts are fast-paced and others are more routine; either way, you'll stay flexible, communicate clearly, and keep patient dignity and safety at the center of your work.