Night MHT: Compassionate Care & Growth Opportunities | PTO

Arch Vista; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan options

PTO and paid holidays

401(k) with company contribution

Life and disability coverage

Tuition reimbursement up to $15,000

Student loan forgiveness programs

Job summary

Arch Vista in St. Louis, MO is seeking a Mental Health Technician for the night shift (7p–7a, 3x12s) with every other weekend rotation. You will provide a calm, structured milieu and perform safety checks while monitoring patients and assisting with daily living activities to support recovery.

This full-time role emphasizes de‑escalation, accurate documentation, and collaboration with nursing staff to ensure a safe, therapeutic environment for adults receiving detox and inpatient care.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; STNA/EMT experience preferred.
• 21+ years old; ability to stand/walk long periods and assist with lifts.
• Empathy, consistency, and clear communication.

Responsibilities

• Perform regular patient safety checks every 15 minutes or as ordered.
• Maintain continuous observation of patients at risk.
• Monitor changes in behavior and report to the nurse.
• Document observations in the medical record.
• Assist with activities of daily living (ADLs).
• Ensure a safe, clean, and therapeutic environment via safety inspections.
• Respond to behavioral crises using de-escalation techniques.
• Assist nursing staff during emergencies, admissions, and discharges.
• Escort patients for appointments or activities.
• Obtain vital signs and other clinical measurements as assigned.
• Manage after-hours admissions and handoff to the day team.

Skills

Empathy

Observation

Communication

Safety

Education

High school diploma or GED

STNA/EMT experience preferred

Job description

Arch Vista in St. Louis, MO is seeking a Mental Health Technician for the night shift (7p–7a, 3x12s) with every other weekend rotation. You will provide a calm, structured milieu and perform safety checks while monitoring patients and assisting with daily living activities to support recovery.

This full-time role emphasizes de‑escalation, accurate documentation, and collaboration with nursing staff to ensure a safe, therapeutic environment for adults receiving detox and inpatient care.