Residential Mental Health Technician - DBT Program

1600 The McLean Hospital Corporation; Middleborough (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

The McLean Hospital Corporation in Middleboro, MA is hiring for a part-time Behavioral Health Technician to provide direct care to patients in a 22-bed residential program that uses DBT. This role requires flexibility for days and evenings and emphasizes safety, documentation, and teamwork within an on-site clinical setting.

Responsibilities include supporting patients with psychiatric and psychosocial challenges, collaborating with families, and ensuring detailed shift handoffs.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required; substitution not allowed.
• BLS certification; issuers preferred.
• LNA - New Hampshire license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with care and treatment of psychiatric, drug and alcohol patients.
• Advocate for patients who may be vulnerable or need additional support.
• Parent/Family counseling, including Parent Management Training and Family Systems interventions
• Adheres to guidelines for patients on special status (e.g. suicide, sexual abuse or AWOL precautions).
• Provide shift-to-shift report information and remain on the unit during incoming shift.
• Think and act quickly and efficiently in emergencies.
• Maintain professional boundaries with patients at all times.
• Complete and file all documentation in a timely manner.

Skills

Ability to work well collaboratively

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Multitasking

Basic computer skills

Communication with patients and team

Active listening and rapid response

CPI training completion within 30 days

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

The McLean Hospital Corporation in Middleboro, MA is hiring for a part-time Behavioral Health Technician to provide direct care to patients in a 22-bed residential program that uses DBT. This role requires flexibility for days and evenings and emphasizes safety, documentation, and teamwork within an on-site clinical setting.

Responsibilities include supporting patients with psychiatric and psychosocial challenges, collaborating with families, and ensuring detailed shift handoffs.