Residential Mental Health Technician — Support & Recovery

COMHAR INC; Easton (Northampton County); On-site; USD 37,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Vision, Dental insurance

Life and disability coverage

403(b) retirement plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Voluntary disability, accident, andpet

Job summary

COMHAR INC invites you to join our team as a Mental Health Technician in a structured outpatient residential program serving justice-involved adults with serious mental illness. You will support daily living, safety, and treatment goals while promoting recovery in a trauma-informed setting.

You will collaborate with clinicians and staff to implement individualized plans, participate in team meetings, and help residents build skills for independence and community integration.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in psychology, social work, human services, or a related field preferred.
• 6 months of training in mental health or related field or 12 semester hours of college training in a mental health related field
• Experience working with individuals with serious mental illness, behavioral health needs, or justice involvement preferred but not required—COMHAR provides training.
• Current Driver's License; satisfactory driving record; eligible to operate program vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support, supervision, and engagement to residents within a therapeutic structured environment.
• Assist individuals with daily living activities, including hygiene, meal planning, housekeeping, and other functional skills.
• Support treatment goals by modeling coping strategies, reinforcing behavior plans, and encouraging appropriate social interaction.
• Monitor resident behavior, complete rounds, and ensure safety in accordance with program policies and regulatory standards.
• Assist with community integration activities, including appointments, skill-building outings, and therapeutic programming.
• Observe, document, and report changes in resident behavior, mood, or functioning.
• Participate in treatment team meetings and collaborate with clinicians, medical staff, and supervisors to support individualized plan.
• Maintain a supportive, respectful, and recovery-focused environment that fosters progress, accountability, and growth.
• Implement crisis de-escalation strategies and follow crisis intervention protocols as needed.
• Assist in coordinating structured activities that promote wellness, emotional regulation, and community readiness.

Skills

Compassionate care

Trauma-informed care

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in psychology or related field

Job description

COMHAR INC invites you to join our team as a Mental Health Technician in a structured outpatient residential program serving justice-involved adults with serious mental illness. You will support daily living, safety, and treatment goals while promoting recovery in a trauma-informed setting.

You will collaborate with clinicians and staff to implement individualized plans, participate in team meetings, and help residents build skills for independence and community integration.