Night Mental Health Tech — Direct Care & Crisis Support

Universal Health Services; Conway (SC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Challenging and rewarding work环境

Competitive Compensation & Generous PT

Job summary

Lighthouse Behavioral Health Hospital in Conway, SC is hiring a full-time Mental Health Technician to support a therapeutic milieu and provide direct patient care. You will document behavior, assist with treatment plans, and respond to crises in collaboration with the treatment team.

You will escort patients to activities, monitor safety, de-escalate when needed, and work with nurses, physicians, and therapists to maintain a structured, supportive environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor's Degree, preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year related experience.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• CPI Certified.
• Must be able to complete (5) day Hospital Orientation.

Responsibilities

• Escort patients to work, meals, recreation, and education activities and supervise as needed.
• Transport patients to medical appointments and activities; monitor safety and intervene as needed.
• De-escalate aggression using counseling skills, active listening, and appropriate boundaries; support initial screenings.
• Assess and ensure patients' needs for clothing, linens, and personal hygiene supplies; supervise hygiene tasks.

Skills

Crisis intervention

De-escalation

Active listening

Patient care

Team collaboration

Education

High School diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree, preferred

Tools

CPI Certified

Valid Driver's License

Hospital Orientation (5 days)

Job description

Lighthouse Behavioral Health Hospital in Conway, SC is hiring a full-time Mental Health Technician to support a therapeutic milieu and provide direct patient care. You will document behavior, assist with treatment plans, and respond to crises in collaboration with the treatment team.

You will escort patients to activities, monitor safety, de-escalate when needed, and work with nurses, physicians, and therapists to maintain a structured, supportive environment.