Supervisor - Mental Health Technician - 3rd Shift

Universal Health Services; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(K) with company match

Paid Time Off

Tuition assistance

Career development

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Coastal Harbor Health System in Savannah, Georgia, seeks a Mental Health Technician Supervisor to lead residential unit operations, supervise MHTs, and ensure safe, therapeutic care for patients across age groups. This role emphasizes crisis intervention, documentation, and collaboration with nursing leadership.

The supervisor will coordinate staffing, coach staff, and implement individualized treatment plans while maintaining compliance with safety protocols and state requirements, contributing

Qualifications

• One year experience working in a children's services program required; experience in a residential setting is preferred.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise Mental Health Technicians by assigning daily responsibilities, ensuring effective shift handoffs, maintaining appropriate staffing levels, and providing coaching, performance feedback, and ongoing training
• Oversee daily operations of the residential units by conducting room sweeps, monitoring resident whereabouts, enforcing safety protocols, and proactively addressing potential risks
• Support the delivery of high-quality patient care by ensuring implementation of individualized treatment plans, psychoeducational programming, therapeutic activities, life skills development, and positive behavioral interventions
• Respond to and lead crisis situations using trauma-informed de-escalation techniques, ensuring appropriate interventions, incident debriefings, accurate reporting, and compliance with restraint and seclusion procedures
• Ensure timely, accurate completion of clinical documentation, behavioral observations, incident reports, shift communications, and regulatory reports in accordance with organizational policies and state requirements
• Promote a positive, therapeutic environment by modeling professionalism, maintaining healthy boundaries, fostering respectful relationships, and encouraging patient engagement and staff collaboration
• Ensure compliance with all organizational policies, regulatory standards, and training requirements while maintaining a clean, organized, and safe environment for patients, visitors, and staff

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Responsibilities

Mental Health Technician (MHT) Supervisor Opportunity

Coastal Harbor Health System is a leading provider of specialized behavioral healthcare, offering a comprehensive continuum of care for patients across the lifespan. Our campus includes a 145-bed hospital dedicated to children and adolescents, delivering both short- and long-term inpatient services, as well as a 50-bed inpatient facility for adults ages 18 and older. Together, these programs create a dynamic, multidisciplinary environment where clinicians can make a meaningful impact every day.

We are driven by a shared mission: to provide compassionate, high-quality care to individuals when they need it most. Our reach extends far beyond the local community, serving patients from across the country who trust us for our expertise, dedication, and patient-centered approach.

Located in the heart of beautiful, historic Savannah, Georgia, our hospitals offer a peaceful, private setting that promotes healing and focus. The serene surroundings not only benefit our patients but also provide an exceptional work environment-where professionals can thrive, collaborate, and grow while making a difference in the lives of others.

Visit the site virtually: coastalharbor.com

As a Mental Health Technician Supervisor, you'll play a critical leadership role in creating a safe, supportive, and therapeutic environment for both patients and staff. You'll oversee daily operations across the residential units, proactively assessing unit activity, responding to changing patient needs, and ensuring appropriate staffing to deliver exceptional care. Leading by example, you'll model effective de-escalation techniques, foster positive team relationships, and provide coaching and guidance to staff throughout your shift. In partnership with the Director of Residential Services and Director of Nursing, you'll supervise team performance, coordinate daily operations, resolve challenges, and help develop a high-performing team dedicated to delivering outstanding patient care.

Job Duties/Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise Mental Health Technicians by assigning daily responsibilities, ensuring effective shift handoffs, maintaining appropriate staffing levels, and providing coaching, performance feedback, and ongoing training
• Oversee the safety, security, and daily operations of the residential units by conducting room sweeps, monitoring resident whereabouts, enforcing safety protocols, and proactively addressing potential risks
• Support the delivery of high-quality patient care by ensuring implementation of individualized treatment plans, psychoeducational programming, therapeutic activities, life skills development, and positive behavioral interventions
• Respond to and lead crisis situations using trauma-informed de-escalation techniques, ensuring appropriate interventions, incident debriefings, accurate reporting, and compliance with restraint and seclusion procedures
• Ensure timely, accurate completion of clinical documentation, behavioral observations, incident reports, shift communications, and regulatory reports in accordance with organizational policies and state requirements
• Promote a positive, therapeutic environment by modeling professionalism, maintaining healthy boundaries, fostering respectful relationships, and encouraging patient engagement and staff collaboration
• Ensure compliance with all organizational policies, regulatory standards, and training requirements while maintaining a clean, organized, and safe environment for patients, visitors, and staff

Benefit & Rewards Highlights

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive compensation & generous Paid Time Off
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
• Tuition saving to continue your nursing education with Chamberlain University
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!
• Pet Insurance
• More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: uhsguest.com

About Universal Health Services

One of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500 corporation, annual revenues during 2025 were $17.4 billion. In 2026, UHS was again recognized as one of Fortune World's Most Admired Companies and in 2025, was listed in Forbes ranking of America's Largest Public Companies.

Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 101,500 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located in 40 U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. For additional information visit www.uhs.com.

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Qualifications

Requirements

• One year experience working in a children's services program required; experience in a residential setting is preferred
• High school diploma or GED required
• Valid driver's license required

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