Mental Health Technician (MHT)

About the Role

As a Mental Health Technician (MHT) at Smokey Point Behavioral Hospital, you will be an integral part of the treatment team, providing continuous care, supervision, and positive role modeling to patients ranging from adolescents to geriatrics. Working under the guidance of a Registered Nurse, you will help create a therapeutic environment that supports patient well‑being.

Responsibilities

• Accurately record vital signs.
• Exercise judgment in patient interactions and report changes to the RN.
• Follow therapeutic interventions outlined by the treatment team and contribute information for their development and revision.
• Employ crisis‑intervention techniques, conduct MHT‑led groups, and use facility‑approved CPI techniques.
• Assist patients through discharge, guide them in adjusting to life changes, and help with personal hygiene.
• Comply with policies for a safe, clean, and therapeutic environment, practice universal precautions, and respond to patient care priorities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or NAR required.
• Degree from an accredited college or university in social work, recreational therapy, psychology, human services, or a related therapeutic discipline preferred.
• Agency Affiliated Counselor registration in Washington state preferred.
• At least one year of related experience with knowledge of psychiatric patient care techniques and an understanding of mental illness preferred.
• May be required to work flexible hours.
• Successful completion of the Agency Affiliated Counselor certification within 60 days of hire.

Benefits

• 401(k) with matching
• Health insurance
• 100% company‑paid life insurance coverage up to 2× annual salary
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• 100% company‑paid long‑term disability insurance
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Cafeteria on site with one free meal per day
• Employee engagement events
• Employee assistance program
• Employee recognition program
• Free parking

Pay

Hourly rate $19.00 – $23.00, plus shift differentials for weekday overnights and weekend days/overnights.

Schedule

Full‑time position with flexible hours and shift differentials for overnight and weekend work.