Mental Health Tech
Core
Support individuals receiving behavioral health treatment in an inpatient setting by providing direct and indirect care, ensuring safety, and assisting with therapeutic activities.
Role type
Mental Health Technician (Inpatient Behavioral Health)
Builds
Safe, structured, and supportive environment for patients
Domain
Healthcare / Behavioral Health / Mental Health
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
De-escalation, patient care, role modeling, problem-solving, decision-making, communication, coping skills, physical strength (lifting 50 lbs)
Preferred skills
Behavioral health patient care experience (1 year for Level II)
Technologies
None
Responsibilities
Provide direct and indirect care to patients individually and in groups; Participate in de-escalation strategies to ensure safety; Demonstrate effective problem-solving and coping skills as a role model; Facilitate or support recreational, educational, and therapeutic activities.
Seniority
Entry-level to Junior (Level I requires no experience; Level II requires 1 year)