Night Shift Mental Health Technician – Adults

Mental Health Cooperative Inc; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 56,679,000 - 60,928,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance

403b Retirement Plan

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Mental Health Cooperative Inc. in Nashville, TN seeks a Mental Health Technician for the night shift to provide consumer care in the Emergency Psychiatric Services Department. You will monitor safety, assist with crisis de-escalation and support treatment planning with the EPS team.

The role emphasizes a recovery-focused approach, collaboration with staff, and maintaining a safe environment while delivering high-quality care to adults with acute mental health needs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1–2 years’ mental health or healthcare experience preferred.
• CNA/CNT/MA/EMT or Therapeutic Options cert a plus; Visible Hand experience a plus.
• Valid Tennessee driver’s license with acceptable MVR and auto insurance.
• Successful completion of Therapeutic Options Training.

Responsibilities

• Engage with Consumers admitted to EPS and assist their needs during their stay.
• Assist with de-escalating Consumers in crisis and provide ongoing monitoring for safety.
• Work with EPS treatment team to develop initial treatment plans.
• Promote a recovery-based approach to care emphasizing hope and empowerment.
• Assist in transfers to CTCS, CSU, and IIC as needed.
• Take vital signs and assist nursing with point-of-care tests.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Time management

Crisis intervention

Recovery-focused

Education

High school diploma or GED

Therapeutic Options Certification

Tools

eCW experience

Visible Hand experience

Auto insurance

Job description

Mental Health Cooperative Inc. in Nashville, TN seeks a Mental Health Technician for the night shift to provide consumer care in the Emergency Psychiatric Services Department. You will monitor safety, assist with crisis de-escalation and support treatment planning with the EPS team.

The role emphasizes a recovery-focused approach, collaboration with staff, and maintaining a safe environment while delivering high-quality care to adults with acute mental health needs.