Mental Health Technician - Day or Night Shift Available

About the role

The Mental Health Technician (MHT), also known as a Patient Care Assistant (PCA), provides direct patient care, behavioral support, and supervision for individuals with medical and psychiatric conditions. MHTs play a vital role in creating a safe, therapeutic environment, supporting treatment goals, and helping patients develop skills that foster recovery and stability.

Responsibilities

• Provide care to patients in a manner that promotes safety, dignity, and therapeutic engagement.
• Serve as a positive role model for behavior, communication, and emotional regulation.
• Supervise and monitor patients to ensure structure, consistency, and safety within the unit.
• Observe, document, and report changes in patient behavior, emotional state, or physical condition.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living (ADLs) including bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility.
• Support daily schedules, group activities, and structured treatment programs.
• Implement and reinforce Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS).
• Manage and de-escalate crisis situations using approved de-escalation techniques to ensure safety.
• Collaborate with nurses, physicians, and therapists to ensure coordinated, patient-centered care.
• Participate in community meetings, goal-setting sessions, and therapeutic groups.
• Maintain documentation, confidentiality, and adherence to safety and infection control standards.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent (required); AA/BA/BS in Psychology, Education, Behavioral Health, or related field (preferred).
• Experience: Minimum 1 year of experience in a psychiatric, neurobehavioral, or medical hospital setting (preferred); Experience supporting patients with behavioral health or dual diagnoses strongly preferred.
• Licensure / Certification: BLS/CPR certification required upon hire; Completion of de-escalation training (required or obtained within 30 days of hire); Current TB test within 14 days of hire and annually thereafter.

Nexus Core Values (GOPTIC)

• Genuine – Operate with integrity and build trust among patients, families, and colleagues.
• Ownership – Take personal responsibility for actions and outcomes.
• Positivity – Approach challenges with optimism and compassion.
• Teamwork – Collaborate to achieve our mission and support one another.
• Innovation – Seek better, more effective ways to help patients and families.
• Compassion – Always put our patients first; our mission begins and ends with them.