Mental Health Technician (MHT) - PM
About The Position
Chicago Behavioral Hospital is hiring a full-time Mental Health Technician (MHT) for its inpatient facility in Des Plaines, Illinois. The MHT provides continuous care, supervision, and positive role modeling to patients ranging from preschool age through geriatrics, working under the guidance of a Registered Nurse as part of the treatment team. The role supports a therapeutic environment and contributes to patients’ treatment and overall care experience. The schedule is 3:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m., five shifts per week, including every other weekend. Shift differentials may be available depending on the shift. The position pays $18.00–$25.00 per hour, with compensation depending on experience and skill level. Overtime and flexible hours may be required. Chicago Behavioral Hospital is a 150-bed inpatient facility in Des Plaines, Illinois, and also offers an outpatient partial hospitalization program. The hospital describes its care as accessible regardless of a person’s ability to pay and emphasizes patient comfort, safety, diversity, and inclusion.
Requirements
- High school degree or equivalent preferred.
- Certified Nursing Assistant qualification preferred.
- A degree from an accredited college or university in social work, recreational therapy, or an appropriate therapeutic discipline preferred.
- One year of related experience preferred.
- Knowledge of psychiatric patient-care techniques and understanding of mental illness preferred.
- May be required to work overtime and flexible hours.
Nice To Haves
- High school degree or equivalent.
- Certified Nursing Assistant qualification.
- Degree from an accredited college or university in social work, recreational therapy, or an appropriate therapeutic discipline.
- One year of related experience, knowledge of psychiatric patient-care techniques, and understanding of mental illness.
Responsibilities
- Accurately record patients’ vital signs.
- Use judgment in patient interactions and report changes to the Registered Nurse.
- Follow therapeutic interventions outlined by the treatment team and provide information to support their development and revision.
- Use crisis-intervention techniques, lead MHT groups, and use facility-approved CPI techniques.
- Assist patients with discharge, adjustment to life changes, and personal hygiene.
- Follow policies for maintaining a safe, clean, and therapeutic environment.
- Practice universal precautions and respond to patient-care priorities.
Benefits
- 401(k) with matching
- Health insurance
- Company-paid life insurance coverage up to twice annual salary
- Vision insurance
- Dental insurance
- Company-paid long-term disability insurance
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays
- On-site cafeteria and discounted meals
- Employee engagement events
- Employee assistance program
- Employee recognition program
- Free parking
- Shift differential may be available depending on the shift
- Career and training development opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
