Mental Health Tech - Adult Psych

Kettering Health • Dayton, OH

18h

About The Position

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

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least one year into a psychology-related field of study and/or six months of experience in a psychology-related field.
• Ability to observe and document patient behavior accurately.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic computer proficiency for electronic health record documentation.
• Ability to apply de-escalation and crisis intervention techniques.
• Understanding of confidentiality and HIPAA requirements.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Awareness of infection control and safety standards.
• NVCI Advanced training and CPR.

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, such as a Certified Mental Health Technician credential.

Responsibilities

• Monitor, assist, and engage individuals receiving behavioral health services.
• Support patients with daily living activities.
• Provide therapeutic interventions.
• Facilitate mental health groups.
• Respond to crises to promote a safe and therapeutic environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Carry out job responsibilities in alignment with Kettering Health's mission, vision, values, and B Safe program.

What This Job Offers

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