Mental Health Technician (MHT) NOC

Thrive Behavioral Hospital; Spring Valley (NV); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Differential pay on shifts

Job summary

Thrive Behavioral Hospital in Spring Valley, NV is seeking a Mental Health Technician (MHT) to provide therapeutic support to psychiatric patients under direct supervision. You will help create a safe, therapeutic milieu and work as part of the treatment team.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, CPR and CPI certifications, and strong documentation and communication skills. Experience with diverse populations and cultural sensitivity is valued; night shifts are included.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Knowledge of psychotropic medications and cultural sensitivity.
• Adherence to program policies and procedures.
• Strong documentation and communication skills.
• CPR certification and CPI certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide therapeutic support to psychiatric patients under direct supervision.
• Observe, encourage, and record patient activities and progress.
• Ensure patient safety by being vigilant and minimizing risks.
• Act as a professional role model and communicate effectively with the treatment team.
• Adjust therapeutic approach based on patient acuity, age, gender, and culture.

Skills

CPR Certification

CPI Certification

Documentation

Communication

Cultural Sensitivity

Education

High school diploma

Behavioral sciences coursework

Job description

Mental Health Technician (MHT)

Compensation: $16-$18/HR based on experience.

Differential pay offered on certain days/shifts.

Night Shift: Sun,Mon,Wed OR Wed,Fri,Sat

Responsibilities

• Provide therapeutic support to psychiatric patients under direct supervision.
• Observe, encourage, and record patient activities and progress.
• Ensure patient safety by being vigilant and minimizing risks.
• Act as a professional role model and communicate effectively with the treatment team.
• Adjust therapeutic approach based on patient acuity, age, gender, and culture.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; preference for behavioral sciences degree or relevant coursework.
• Knowledge of psychotropic medications and cultural sensitivity.
• Adherence to program policies and procedures.
• Strong documentation and communication skills.
• CPR certification, annual skills verification, and Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) certification.

Populations Served

• Child (1-12 years), Adolescent (13-17 years), Adult (18-64 years), Geriatric (65+ years).

Essential Job Functions

• Customer service, nursing services, and therapeutic milieu support.
• Safely perform vital signs, assist with personal hygiene, and accompany patients to medical appointments.
• Maintain confidentiality of patient records and adhere to patient rights.

Work Environment

• An indoor climate-controlled environment with exposure to psychiatric patients.
• Physical requirements include sitting, stooping, standing, walking, and lifting up to 35 lbs.
• Ability to work outside of routine hours, including holidays and weekends.

Employee Acknowledgement

• Agree to perform essential job functions and work beyond routine hours.
• Understand the 24/7 operation and potential adjustments to work assignments.