Night Shift Mental Health Technician: Calm Care & Support

ClearVista Behavioral Hospital; Lorain (OH); On-site; USD 31,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan options

Vista Wellness program

PTO and paid holidays

401(k) with company contribution

Life and disability coverage

Job summary

ClearVista Behavioral Hospital in Lorain, OH seeks a Mental Health Technician (MHT) to provide compassionate, structured care on the night shift. You will perform safety rounds, assist with group activities, and work with RNs during crises to maintain a therapeutic environment.

Responsibilities include admissions support, vitals, and handoffs to evening/night teams, with emphasis on teamwork and consistent communication.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Perform frequent safety rounds, observations, and 1:1s; document behaviors and interventions.
• Lead or assist with groups: coping skills, grounding, recreation, and ADLs support.
• Partner with RNs during crises using verbal de-escalation and team protocols.
• Support admissions/intakes: belongings inventory, vitals, and unit orientation.
• Maintain a therapeutic, tidy environment and uphold visitor policies.
• Coordinate with rounding providers and daytime teams to move care plans.
• Support safe discharges and smooth handoffs to night teams.

Skills

Empathy

Consistency

Clear communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

STNA/EMT experience preferred

Job description

ClearVista Behavioral Hospital in Lorain, OH seeks a Mental Health Technician (MHT) to provide compassionate, structured care on the night shift. You will perform safety rounds, assist with group activities, and work with RNs during crises to maintain a therapeutic environment.

Responsibilities include admissions support, vitals, and handoffs to evening/night teams, with emphasis on teamwork and consistent communication.