Mental Health Technician

The Mental Health Technician at MultiCare plays a crucial role in supporting psychiatric patients within a collaborative, interdisciplinary treatment team. Responsibilities include:

• Providing excellent patient customer service
• Aiding in clinic management
• Collaborating with physicians, clinical staff, front office staff, and clinic management to achieve comprehensive health care outcomes
• Performing a variety of functions within the clinic setting, integrating specialized knowledge and available resources
• Advocating for ethical and holistic care, promoting patient autonomy, dignity, and health
• Maintaining a safe and hazard-free environment by observing and documenting patient behavior, conducting room searches, reporting unsafe conditions, and providing emotional and physical support
• Documenting interventions in various modalities tailored to individual patient needs

Requirements include:

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or a related human services field (preferred)
• In lieu of education, one year of relevant experience
• Nursing Assistant Registered (CNA) certification prior to start date
• BLS certification required for Navos Hospital assignments
• First Aid training required for Navos Hospital assignments
• Food Handler's Card required within two weeks of hire date
• Washington State Counselor Agency Affiliated Registered (ACCR) credential must be applied for within thirty days of hire

About Navos Behavioral Health: A part of MultiCare’s Behavioral Health Network, Navos specializes in mental health and substance use disorder treatment, offering inpatient psychiatric care, residential treatment, and community-based programs.

Why MultiCare? MultiCare is committed to growth and education, offering competitive tuition assistance, award-winning residencies, fellowships, and career development opportunities. The company also prioritizes employee well-being and support through generous PTO, Code Lavender, and Employee Assistance Programs.

MultiCare is rooted in the local community, partnering with patients, families, and neighbors across the Pacific Northwest since 1980. The company emphasizes respect, integrity, kindness, and collaboration, ensuring every team member feels safe, seen, heard, and valued.

Living our values: MultiCare strives to provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental, and retirement benefits, and paid time off.