Mental Health Technician - Tampa

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking compassionate Mental Health Technicians to join their dedicated team at a leading behavioral health center. This role involves monitoring patients, promoting therapeutic relationships, and assisting with care under the guidance of registered nurses. With a commitment to trust and clinical excellence, this organization offers a supportive environment where you can make a real difference in the lives of patients. Enjoy a competitive rewards package, including benefits and opportunities for professional growth. Join a team that values dignity, respect, and responsibility.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

401k Match

Team Award Bonus

Community Discounts

Qualifications

• Required 6 months of psychology-based experience or a bachelor's degree.
• BLS certification is mandatory; CNA or Patient Care Technician preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and observe patients to ensure their safety and wellbeing.
• Assist with physical care under the direction of an RN.

Skills

Patient Monitoring

Therapeutic Communication

Physical Care Assistance

Psychology Knowledge

Education

High School Diploma

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 St. Joseph's Behavioral Health Center in Tampa!

**Mental Health Technician II Position Details:**

+ **Facility:** St. Joseph's Behavioral Health Center

+ **Location:** Tampa, FL

+ **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 - Tampa

**Location** Tampa | Clinical | Full Time

**Req ID** null