Mental Health Technician (MHT) - PRN
About The Position
Chicago Behavioral Hospital is seeking a Mental Health Technician (MHT) for a PRN role at its inpatient facility in Des Plaines, Illinois. Working under the guidance of a Registered Nurse, the MHT provides continuous care, supervision, and positive role modeling to patients ranging from preschool age to geriatrics. The role contributes to a therapeutic environment that supports patients’ well-being and treatment experience. The position is compensated at $25.00 per hour. Shift differentials may be available depending on the shift. Overtime and flexible hours may be required. Some benefits are available only to full-time positions, and benefits may change at the hospital’s discretion.
Requirements
- High school degree or equivalent preferred.
- Certified Nursing Assistant credential 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, along with knowledge of psychiatric patient-care techniques and understanding of mental illness.
- May be required to work overtime and flexible hours.
Nice To Haves
- High school degree or equivalent.
- Certified Nursing Assistant credential.
- Degree in social work, recreational therapy, or an appropriate therapeutic discipline from an accredited college or university.
- One year of related experience, knowledge of psychiatric patient-care techniques, and understanding of mental illness.
Responsibilities
- Accurately record vital signs.
- Use judgment in patient interactions and report changes in patients to the Registered Nurse.
- Follow therapeutic interventions established by the treatment team and provide information to support their development and revision.
- Use crisis-intervention techniques, conduct MHT-led groups, and apply facility-approved CPI techniques.
- Assist patients through discharge, support adjustment to life changes, and help with 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 two times 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 differentials may be available depending on the shift
- Career and training development opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
