Night Shift Mental Health Technician

McLaren Health Care; Lapeer (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Not specified

Job summary

McLaren Health Care is seeking a compassionate caregiver to support patients under an RN, within a psychiatric care setting. You will assist with daily activities, monitor vital signs, and help maintain a safe, respectful environment.

Responsibilities include admitting and discharging patients, leading therapeutic activities, and ensuring strict adherence to health regulations. This role requires strong teamwork and excellent communication.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in human services or science required or
• Student enrolled in accredited Nursing Program with mental health clinical rotation completed or
• High school diploma with 3 years direct patient care on inpatient psychiatric unit or residential setting or 3 years relevant experience in human services/hospital-related fields

Responsibilities

• Observes patients’ behavior, records condition and services performed.
• Leads patients in therapeutic and recreational activities.
• Assists with admitting, transporting and discharging patients.
• Monitors patients’ vital signs.
• Helps with activities of daily living including eating and bathing.
• Restraints patients who may become physically violent.
• Delivers compassionate support to patients and families.
• Ensures compliance with HIPAA/OSHA and health regulations.
• Maintains safe, clean environment and infection-control protocols.
• Performs related duties as required

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Customer service

Electronic medical records

Team collaboration

Active listening

Confidentiality

Reading safety documents

Following directions

Education

Associates degree in human services or science

Nursing program student with mental health clinical rotation

High school diploma with 3 years direct patient care (psychiatric unit)

Bachelor’s degree in human services or science (preferred)

Job description

McLaren Health Care is seeking a compassionate caregiver to support patients under an RN, within a psychiatric care setting. You will assist with daily activities, monitor vital signs, and help maintain a safe, respectful environment.

Responsibilities include admitting and discharging patients, leading therapeutic activities, and ensuring strict adherence to health regulations. This role requires strong teamwork and excellent communication.