Supervisor - Mental Health Technician - 3rd Shift

UHS•Savannah, GA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Coastal Harbor Health System is a leading provider of specialized behavioral healthcare, offering a comprehensive continuum of care for patients across the lifespan. Our campus includes a 145-bed hospital dedicated to children and adolescents, delivering both short- and long-term inpatient services, as well as a 50-bed inpatient facility for adults ages 18 and older. Together, these programs create a dynamic, multidisciplinary environment where clinicians can make a meaningful impact every day. We are driven by a shared mission: to provide compassionate, high-quality care to individuals when they need it most. Our reach extends far beyond the local community, serving patients from across the country who trust us for our expertise, dedication, and patient-centered approach. Located in the heart of beautiful, historic Savannah, Georgia, our hospitals offer a peaceful, private setting that promotes healing and focus. The serene surroundings not only benefit our patients but also provide an exceptional work environment—where professionals can thrive, collaborate, and grow while making a difference in the lives of others. As a Mental Health Technician Supervisor, you'll play a critical leadership role in creating a safe, supportive, and therapeutic environment for both patients and staff. You'll oversee daily operations across the residential units, proactively assessing unit activity, responding to changing patient needs, and ensuring appropriate staffing to deliver exceptional care. Leading by example, you'll model effective de-escalation techniques, foster positive team relationships, and provide coaching and guidance to staff throughout your shift. In partnership with the Director of Residential Services and Director of Nursing, you'll supervise team performance, coordinate daily operations, resolve challenges, and help develop a high-performing team dedicated to delivering outstanding patient care.

Requirements

One year experience working in a children’s services program required
High school diploma or GED required
Valid driver’s license required

Nice To Haves

experience in a residential setting is preferred

Responsibilities

Lead and supervise Mental Health Technicians by assigning daily responsibilities, ensuring effective shift handoffs, maintaining appropriate staffing levels, and providing coaching, performance feedback, and ongoing training
Oversee the safety, security, and daily operations of the residential units by conducting room sweeps, monitoring resident whereabouts, enforcing safety protocols, and proactively addressing potential risks
Support the delivery of high-quality patient care by ensuring implementation of individualized treatment plans, psychoeducational programming, therapeutic activities, life skills development, and positive behavioral interventions
Respond to and lead crisis situations using trauma-informed de-escalation techniques, ensuring appropriate interventions, incident debriefings, accurate reporting, and compliance with restraint and seclusion procedures
Ensure timely, accurate completion of clinical documentation, behavioral observations, incident reports, shift communications, and regulatory reports in accordance with organizational policies and state requirements
Promote a positive, therapeutic environment by modeling professionalism, maintaining healthy boundaries, fostering respectful relationships, and encouraging patient engagement and staff collaboration
Ensure compliance with all organizational policies, regulatory standards, and training requirements while maintaining a clean, organized, and safe environment for patients, visitors, and staff