Mental Health Technician - Nights

Socket.dev; Plainfield (IN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) + matching

Health insurance 100% company-paid

Life insurance up to 2x annual salary

Vision insurance

Dental insurance 100% company-paid

Long-term disability 100% company-paid

Paid time off

Paid Holidays

Cafeteria on site

Employee engagement events

Employee assistance program

Employee recognition program

Free parking

Job summary

Hendricks Behavioral Hospital in Plainfield, IN is seeking a dedicated Mental Health Technician (MHT) for overnight shifts (7:00pm-7:30am) to support a multidisciplinary treatment team. You'll monitor patients, record vital signs, and assist with discharge planning, under the guidance of an RN.

The role emphasizes crisis-intervention skills, group facilitation, and adherence to therapeutic interventions in a safe, compassionate environment.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Accurately record vital signs
• Exercise judgment in patient interactions and report changes to the RN
• Follow therapeutic interventions outlined by the treatment team and provide information for development and revision
• Employ crisis-intervention techniques, conduct MHT-led groups, and use facility-approved CPI techniques
• Assist patients through discharge, guide in adjusting to life changes, and help with personal hygiene
• Comply with policies for a safe, clean, and therapeutic environment, practicing universal precautions and responding to patient care priorities.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Vital signs

Patient supervision

Team collaboration

Discharge planning

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or NAR

Bachelor's degree in social work, recreational therapy, psychology or related field

Job description

Job Details: Level: Experienced, Job Location: Hendricks Behavioral Hospital - Plainfield, IN, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: 2 Year Degree, Salary Range: $20.00 - $24.00Hourly, Job Shift: Overnight, Job Category: Health Care.

JOIN OUR TEAM AS A MENTAL HEALTH TECHNICIAN!

7:00pm-7:30am ++shift differential++

Your 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 modelling 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 signs
• Exercise judgment in patient interactions and report changes to the RN
• Follow therapeutic interventions outlined by the treatment team and provide information for development and revision
• Employ crisis-intervention techniques, conduct MHT-led groups, and use facility-approved CPI techniques
• Assist patients through discharge, guide in adjusting to life changes, and help with personal hygiene
• Comply with policies for a safe, clean, and therapeutic environment, practicing universal precautions and responding to patient care priorities.

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.

What we provide for our team:

• 401(k) + matching
• Health insurance 100% company-paid
• Life insurance coverage up to 2x your annual salary
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance 100% company-paid
• Long-term disability insurance 100% company-paid
• Paid time off
• Paid Holidays
• Cafeteria on site
• Employee engagement events
• Employee assistance program
• Employee recognition program
• Free parking

Disclaimer: 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.

About HBH

Get to know us Outstanding Care, Compassionate People, Unparalleled Service Welcome 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.