Mental Health Tech - Adult Psych

Kettering Health • Dayton, OH

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Mental Health Tech supports patient care and safety by monitoring, assisting, and engaging individuals receiving behavioral health services. This role provides direct support with daily living activities, therapeutic interventions, mental health group facilitation, and crisis response to promote a safe and therapeutic environment. Performs other duties as assigned. All job responsibilities are to be carried out in alignment with Kettering Health's mission, vision, values, and B Safe program.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 1 year into psych related field of study and/or 6 months experience in a psych related field.

Nice To Haves

• Postsecondary certificate or associate degree in mental health technology, psychology, or a related field.
• Six months or more of experience in a mental health, behavioral health, or healthcare environment.
• Certification as a Mental Health Technician (e.g., Certified Mental Health Technician credential) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor, assist, and engage individuals receiving behavioral health services.
• Provide direct support with daily living activities.
• Provide therapeutic interventions.
• Facilitate mental health groups.
• Provide crisis response.
• Promote a safe and therapeutic environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Carry out all job responsibilities in alignment with Kettering Health's mission, vision, values, and B Safe program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED