Night Behavioral Health Technician — Growth & Benefits

McLaren Health Care; Lapeer (MI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental & Vision Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

PTO

Retirement Savings Matching

Refer-a-Friend Program

Career Growth Opportunities

Job summary

McLaren Lapeer is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician for full-time night shift (12-hour shifts, 7:00pm–7:30am) to support the Behavioral Health Unit. Working under an RN, you will monitor patients, assist with daily living activities, and help maintain a safe, therapeutic environment.

You will observe patient behavior, document observations, participate in activities, and ensure HIPAA compliance and infection control.

Qualifications

• Basic understanding of patient care and mental health terminology.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Experience with electronic medical records (EMR/EHR) systems.

Responsibilities

• Observe patients’ behavior and document condition and services.
• Lead patients in therapeutic and recreational activities.
• Assist with admitting, transporting and discharging patients.
• Monitor patients’ vital signs.
• Assist with activities of daily living (e.g., eating, bathing).
• Maintain safe, clean environment and infection control.

Skills

Patient care

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Customer service

Medical terminology

Reading comprehension

Teamwork

Confidentiality

Policy adherence

Education

Associate degree in human services or science

Nursing student with mental health clinical rotation

High school diploma + 3 years direct patient care

Tools

EMR/EHR systems

Job description

McLaren Lapeer is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician for full-time night shift (12-hour shifts, 7:00pm–7:30am) to support the Behavioral Health Unit. Working under an RN, you will monitor patients, assist with daily living activities, and help maintain a safe, therapeutic environment.

You will observe patient behavior, document observations, participate in activities, and ensure HIPAA compliance and infection control.