Night Mental Health Tech for Adolescent Care

Sandstone Care; Maryland; On-site; USD 39,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Flexible PTO

Health/dental/vision insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Team-oriented environment

Job summary

Sandstone Care in Crownsville, Maryland is seeking a Mental Health Technician to support clients through their recovery journey, blending direct client care with therapeutic activity support and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to foster a safe, therapeutic environment.

The role emphasizes trauma-informed care, supervision during activities, crisis management, and meticulous documentation while upholding program policies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Two years of college or 1 year human services experience required.
• Associates or bachelor's degree in psychology or behavioral health preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and guide clients during therapeutic and recreational activities, facilitate skill-building exercises, and support clients in achieving treatment goals.
• Respond to incidents and use de-escalation techniques to maintain a calm environment.
• Work closely with the clinical and operational teams to ensure consistent care delivery.
• Maintain accurate records of client behavior and report significant changes promptly; ensure confidentiality and client safety.
• Utilize trauma-informed care to support clients with behavioral health challenges.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Two years of college or 1 year of human services experience

Associates or bachelor's in psychology/behavioral health preferred

Job description

Sandstone Care in Crownsville, Maryland is seeking a Mental Health Technician to support clients through their recovery journey, blending direct client care with therapeutic activity support and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to foster a safe, therapeutic environment.

The role emphasizes trauma-informed care, supervision during activities, crisis management, and meticulous documentation while upholding program policies.