Mental Health Technician-Per Diem (Adult Residential Program)
About The Position
Lightfully Behavioral Health provides mental health treatment across residential, partial hospitalization, intensive outpatient, and virtual services. The Mental Health Technician works in the Adult Residential Program and provides aid, supervision, and protective oversight of clients during assigned shifts. The technician oversees clients’ self-administration of medication and supports their safety and care. The listed shift is 3 PM–11 PM. The role includes documenting client observations and changes in condition, notifying clinical staff about noteworthy observations, transporting clients to outings and appointments, assisting with crises as directed by the clinical team and the client’s plan of care, and supporting clients’ nutritional and dietary needs. The technician may also assist with admissions and discharges, facilitate groups as appropriate to licensure, and perform other assigned duties such as light housekeeping, inventory, and preparing supplies.
Requirements
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.
- Ability to communicate effectively in English, verbally and in writing.
- Ability to work for prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- High school diploma or GED.
- For residential positions, ability to walk up and down stairs frequently without assistance.
- 0–4 years of experience working in a program serving people with mental disabilities.
- Must be at least 21 years of age.
- Complete First Aid training and obtain a First Aid Certificate.
- Complete required health screening, TB clearance, and criminal record clearance.
Responsibilities
- Support clients’ physical and psychological safety.
- Monitor and oversee clients’ self-administration of medication.
- Complete accurate and timely documentation of observations, including changes in clients’ conditions, and notify clinical staff of noteworthy observations.
- Transport clients to outings, doctor’s appointments, and other activities.
- Provide one-on-one assistance to clients in crisis as directed by the clinical team and the client’s plan of care.
- Assist clients with nutritional and dietary needs, including meal and snack assembly as needed.
- Assist clients in a pleasant, professional, and efficient manner, seeking help from licensed staff when needed.
- Assist with admissions and discharges, including orientation, belongings inventory, and facility tours.
- Lead or co-lead and facilitate groups as appropriate to licensure.
- Perform other duties assigned by a supervisor, potentially including light housekeeping, inventory, and preparing supplies for the next day.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off
- Self-care days
- 401(k) plan
- Continuing education and professional development opportunities
- Employee assistance program (EAP)
- Supportive, mission-driven culture that values authenticity, connection, and integrity
- Competitive compensation
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
