Trauma-Informed Mental Health Tech II (Pediatric) Part-Time

Dayton Children's; Dayton (OH); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Dayton Children's is seeking a Mental Health Technician II to support pediatric patients with emotional and behavioral needs. The role emphasizes trauma-informed care, safety monitoring, and engagement in treatment activities under licensed supervision.

You will assist with daily living activities, participate in group sessions, and help implement individualized treatment plans while coordinating with the healthcare team. Part-time PRN pool, rotating shifts, fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in psychology or social work or related field.
• CPI or crisis intervention training preferred or completed within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care and support to patients with emotional, psychiatric, or behavioral conditions.
• Maintain a safe, therapeutic milieu and monitor patient safety checks per order.
• Facilitate group sessions and support treatment plans.
• Document care accurately and collaborate with the treatment team.
• Support discharge planning and trauma-informed care for pediatric patients.

Skills

Trauma-informed care

Safety monitoring

Documentation

Group session facilitation

Education

Associate degree in psychology or social work

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Job description

Dayton Children's is seeking a Mental Health Technician II to support pediatric patients with emotional and behavioral needs. The role emphasizes trauma-informed care, safety monitoring, and engagement in treatment activities under licensed supervision.

You will assist with daily living activities, participate in group sessions, and help implement individualized treatment plans while coordinating with the healthcare team. Part-time PRN pool, rotating shifts, fast-paced environment.