Part-Time Mental Health Tech — Flexible Crisis Care

The Guidance Center; Bern (KS); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

KPERS Retirement System

11 Paid Holidays (prorated)

Flexible Schedules

Job summary

The Guidance Center is seeking a part-time Mental Health Technician to join an interdisciplinary team in Leavenworth, KS. The role supports clients in outpatient and inpatient settings, including daily care, documentation, and crisis response.

Qualifications include an AA/AS degree or two years of related human services experience; 21+ years old. We offer a flexible schedule, KPERS, and holiday pay within a compassionate, supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old and have an Associate of Arts / Science degree, or two years of equivalent education and/or experience in the human services field.
• We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment based on protected characteristics.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1-1 supportive care based on client’s needs, including hygiene, nutrition, and medication, with proper documentation.
• Act as a resource to clients for activities to facilitate increased stability in functioning.
• Initiate de-escalation procedures when appropriate, per MANDT and Mental Health First Aid.
• Provide accurate and relevant feedback to providers to ensure optimal patient care.
• Participate in daily treatment team meetings.
• Maintain unit through regular housekeeping duties.
• Respond across Leavenworth, Atchison and Jefferson counties as part of a 2-person mobile crisis team.
• Engage individuals experiencing a behavioral health crisis, building rapport and encouraging participation.

Job description

The Guidance Center is seeking a part-time Mental Health Technician to join an interdisciplinary team in Leavenworth, KS. The role supports clients in outpatient and inpatient settings, including daily care, documentation, and crisis response.

Qualifications include an AA/AS degree or two years of related human services experience; 21+ years old. We offer a flexible schedule, KPERS, and holiday pay within a compassionate, supportive environment.