Mental Health Technician - Linden Oaks Hospital/Float Pool - Evening Shift

Endeavor Health • Naperville, IL

1d • $21 - $31 • Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse and according to established procedures, the Mental Health Technician provides direct care to patients with behavioral health disorders. The role helps ensure patients’ safety and well-being by maintaining a safe, therapeutic milieu; participates in treatment planning and implementation; and documents care according to department and organizational procedures.

The technician assists patients with meals, nutrition, activities of daily living, and age- and need-appropriate care. Duties may include physical care such as bathing and toileting for geriatric patients and others with special needs. The technician carries out the plan of care, follows infection-control procedures, and assists with specimen collection, vital signs, and EKGs when trained and delegated.

The role also supports admissions, discharges, transfers, unit operations, patient supervision, and safety precautions. The technician communicates regularly with nursing staff about patient status, reports changes or safety concerns, and may transport or accompany patients as assigned. This is a full-time position at Linden Oaks Hospital in Naperville, Illinois, on the evening shift, with rotating weekends and holidays required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to demonstrate de-escalation and behavior management techniques.
• Current CPR certification issued by the American Heart Association or Red Cross.
• Obtain CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention) certification within 90 days of hire.
• A valid driver’s license is required if selected to perform related duties at an off-site location. If using a personal vehicle, maintain automobile liability coverage as required by law; evidence of coverage may be requested.

Nice To Haves

• College-level coursework in psychology or a related field.
• At least one year of prior experience in a hospital or customer service environment.
• At least six months of experience in a psychiatric setting.

Responsibilities

• Deliver, set up, and remove meal trays; assist patients with nutritional intake and document dietary intake accurately.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living according to their age, needs, and developmental level, including bathing and toileting when needed and assigned.
• Carry out the plan of care in consideration of patients’ age-specific needs.
• Follow hospital infection-control standards and techniques.
• Assist with specimen collection, vital signs, and EKGs when trained and delegated by the charge nurse.
• Orient patients and families to the room and hospital according to hospital policy.
• Transport or escort patients to other areas of the hospital as needed.
• Complete appropriate portions of admission documentation.
• Perform Unit Specialist duties as assigned.
• Provide one-to-one patient supervision, conduct unit rounds, and complete accurately labeled precaution records in real time.
• Maintain a therapeutic milieu by connecting with patients and redirecting behavior as needed.
• Communicate regularly with the RN about patient status and promptly report changes in status or safety to appropriate nursing personnel.
• Transport or accompany patients as assigned by the charge nurse, potentially using a company-owned vehicle.

Benefits

• Premium pay, including shift, on-call, and holiday pay, based on the employee’s job.
• Incentive pay for select positions.
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance.
• Career pathways to promote professional growth and development.
• Medical, dental, pet, and vision plan options.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Free parking.
• Wellness Program Savings Plan.
• Health Savings Account options.
• Retirement options with company match.
• Paid time off and holiday pay.
• Community involvement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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