Mental Health Technician
Minden Medical Center•Minden, LA
•Onsite
About The Position
Minden Medical Center is seeking a PRN Mental Health Technician (MHT) to support patients in a safe, respectful setting where compassionate care matters. This onsite, entry-level role helps the care team maintain a structured environment and respond to patient needs with professionalism and calm. Key responsibilities include assisting patients with daily activities, observing and documenting behaviors, supporting therapeutic programming, communicating updates to the multidisciplinary team, and helping with de-escalation and crisis response when needed.
Requirements
- High School Diploma (required)
- Strong communication, empathy, sound judgment, and a safety-first mindset
Nice To Haves
- C.N.A. certification (preferred)
- Experience with psychiatric and/or geriatric patients (preferred)
Responsibilities
- Assist patients with daily activities.
- Observe and document behaviors.
- Support therapeutic programming.
- Communicate updates to the multidisciplinary team.
- Help with de-escalation and crisis response.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
