MHT BH Part Time

Responsibilities

Mental Health Technician – Part Time, Night Shift

If you’re a compassionate, patient‑focused professional looking to make a meaningful impact, St. Mary’s Regional Medical Center invites you to join our team. As a Mental Health Technician, you’ll support therapeutic treatment plans, assist with patient care activities, and play an essential role within our multidisciplinary clinical team. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a structured, team‑oriented environment and is committed to providing safe, respectful, and effective behavioral health support.

Why St. Mary’s?

St. Mary’s is a 229‑bed acute care hospital with more than 125 skilled physicians across specialties including Cardiology, Neurology, Orthopedics, Emergency Medicine, Women’s Imaging, Rehabilitation, and more. For over 100 years, we’ve been dedicated to delivering exceptional care to our community. Learn more: https://www.stmarysregional.com

What You’ll Do

As a Mental Health Technician, you’ll be a key contributor to patient safety, therapeutic engagement, and daily clinical operations. You’ll work closely with Registered Nurses and the broader treatment team to ensure consistent, high‑quality care. Responsibilities include:

• Observing, documenting, and reporting patient behavior and information relevant to the treatment plan
• Supporting therapeutic activities based on patient diagnosis and individual needs
• Ensuring patient dignity and demonstrating respect for each patient’s values
• Assisting with physical care needs, including safely supporting patients during crises or emergencies
• Communicating patient needs clearly and effectively to the clinical team
• Completing progress notes in accordance with program procedures
• Maintaining a professional, compassionate demeanor in all patient interactions

This role is well‑suited for someone who is attentive, patient‑centered, and comfortable working night shifts in a behavioral health environment.

What We Offer

St. Mary’s provides a supportive environment where behavioral health professionals can grow, contribute, and build meaningful careers. Benefits include:

• Competitive compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
• Tuition Assistance
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Plans
• 401(k) with company match
• Discounts with local St. Mary’s providers

Career advancement across UHS and its 300+ subsidiaries

Qualifications

What We’re Looking For

Licensure / Certification / Training

• High school diploma or GED required; post‑secondary education preferred
• Secure training required within 60 days of hire; renewed annually
• BLS certification required before working on the floor

Experience

• 1–3 years of experience preferred
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to document clearly and follow established procedures
• Must be capable of physically assisting patients and responding to emergencies

About UHS

Universal Health Services (UHS) is one of the nation’s largest and most respected healthcare providers. A Fortune 500 company with 2023 revenues of $14.3 billion, UHS operates acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient centers, and more across the U.S., Puerto Rico, Washington, D.C., and the U.K. UHS employs approximately 96,700 team members and continues to grow. Learn more: www.uhs.com

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We also recognize and respect traits historically associated with race, including protective hairstyles.

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