Mental Health Technician (MHT) NOC

• Compensation: $16–$18/hr based on experience; differential pay offered on certain days/shifts
• Schedule: Night Shift – Sun, Mon, Wed OR Wed, Fri, Sat

Responsibilities

• Provide therapeutic support to psychiatric patients under direct supervision
• Observe, encourage, and record patient activities and progress
• Ensure patient safety by being vigilant and minimizing risks
• Act as a professional role model and communicate effectively with the treatment team
• Adjust therapeutic approach based on patient acuity, age, gender, and culture

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; preference for behavioral sciences degree or relevant coursework
• Knowledge of psychotropic medications and cultural sensitivity
• Adherence to program policies and procedures
• Strong documentation and communication skills
• CPR certification, annual skills verification, and Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) certification

Populations Served

• Child (1–12 years)
• Adolescent (13–17 years)
• Adult (18–64 years)
• Geriatric (65+ years)

Essential Job Functions

• Customer service, nursing services, and therapeutic milieu support
• Safely perform vital signs, assist with personal hygiene, and accompany patients to medical appointments
• Maintain confidentiality of patient records and adhere to patient rights

Work Environment

• Indoor climate-controlled environment with exposure to psychiatric patients
• Physical requirements include sitting, stooping, standing, walking, and lifting up to 35 lbs
• Ability to work outside of routine hours, including holidays and weekends