MHT - FT

Larkin Community Hospital, Inc.; Florida; On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Larkin Community Hospital, Inc. is seeking a Mental Health Technician (MHT) to provide direct patient care in a psychiatric setting.

This full-time technical role involves supporting the mental health care team, assisting with daily activities, monitoring patient behavior, and reporting changes to clinical staff in a South Miami unit. Qualification requirements include BLS, crisis intervention training, strong communication, and the ability to pass background checks and an in-house MHT test.

Qualifications

• BLS certification required.
• Ability to pass background checks and drug screening.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Crisis Intervention Training required.
• Must pass in-house MHT test.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care and support the mental health care team.
• Maintain a safe and therapeutic environment for patients.
• Assist with daily activities and routines.
• Monitor patient behavior and report changes to clinical staff.

Skills

BLS certification

Strong communication

Crisis Intervention Training

Background checks & drug screening

Job description

MHT - FT

Full-Time Technical Larkin Community Hospital, South Miami, FL, US

About the Role:

The Mental Health Technician (MHT) in a per-diem capacity at Larkin Community Hospital plays a critical role in supporting the mental health care team by providing direct patient care and ensuring a safe and therapeutic environment. This position involves working closely with patients experiencing a range of psychiatric conditions, assisting with daily activities, monitoring patient behavior, and reporting changes to clinical staff.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Ability to pass background checks and drug screening as required by the hospital.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Crisis and Intervention Training required
• Must pass in-house MHT test

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience working in an inpatient psychiatric or behavioral health facility.
• Additional certifications related to mental health care or crisis intervention.
• Bilingual language skills relevant to the patient population served.