Pediatric Mental Health Tech – Day Shift (Autism-focused)

Doylestown, PA; Doylestown, Northern (Bucks County, KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign on Bonus Available

Overtime eligibility

401(k) with company match

Tuition Reimbursement

Career development opportunities

Paid Time Off

Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision

Job summary

Foundations Behavioral Health in Doylestown, PA is seeking Mental Health Techs for part-time day shifts (7am–3:30 pm) in our Acute Psychiatric Inpatient Hospitalization and Residential Treatment Program for youths with autism. Candidates must be at least 21 and may receive a $4,000 commitment bonus.

Overtime opportunities and full-time benefits available. The role involves direct patient care under RN supervision, maintaining a therapeutic milieu, crisis intervention, group sessions, and routine

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Bachelor’s degree in human services or related field.
• High School diploma/GED plus 2 years of experience in a human services role involving direct contact.
• Must be compassionate and demonstrate understanding of Autism Spectrum Disorders.
• Respiratory Fit Testing required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe and therapeutic milieu by following program schedules and behavior plans.
• Utilize crisis intervention and de-escalation skills when needed.
• Complete required clinical documentation timely.
• Lead therapeutic group sessions with youth.
• Perform Q15 observation rounds.
• Record patient vital signs.
• Assist nurses with head-to-toe assessments.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living as needed.

Skills

Compassionate care

Autism awareness

Crisis intervention

Education

Bachelor’s degree in human services or related field

High School diploma or GED + 2 years of experience in human services

Job description

Foundations Behavioral Health in Doylestown, PA is seeking Mental Health Techs for part-time day shifts (7am–3:30 pm) in our Acute Psychiatric Inpatient Hospitalization and Residential Treatment Program for youths with autism. Candidates must be at least 21 and may receive a $4,000 commitment bonus.

Overtime opportunities and full-time benefits available. The role involves direct patient care under RN supervision, maintaining a therapeutic milieu, crisis intervention, group sessions, and routine