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Geminus & Regional Health Systems

Addiction Technician 270

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

Pay: Not specified

Posted: 07/14/2026

Location: Merrillville, IN (Onsite)

Last Updated: 3 weeks ago

Hours: Part-Time

Expires: 9/20/2026

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What they do

A Mental Health or Psychiatric Technician cares for patients with mental illnesses. Works under the direction of a physician and works with specialists involved in mental health care, such as psychiatrists and therapists. Monitors patient symptoms and administers medications. Works in a mental health facility or in a hospital or other healthcare facility.

$34,913 / year median in Indiana

+17% projected growth

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Job Description

Position:

Addictions Technician Regional Health Systems is Northwest Indiana's largest provider of community-based mental health care, primary health care and addiction treatment services. We offer adults and children—both uninsured and insured—integrated care through our community mental health center and federally qualified health center. Regional Health Systems is a member of the Regional Care Group.

Position Purpose:

To provide technical psychiatric mental health and addiction services which are directed toward: 1. Creating a therapeutic milieu to facilitate treatment of addictions 2. Providing skills and support to enable clients to regain coping abilities and prevent further disability 3. Assisting the clients in developing a program of recovery

Essential Functions:

Implement and monitor Admit/Orient Obtain vital signs and document Conduct psycho-educational groups Provide emergency interventions and care of clients in crisis situations Clinical Documentation Trainer/lead responsibilities Productivity Ethical/Legal issues Diversity Computer literacy Teamwork/performance Improvement Communicates effectively Works cooperatively with others and supervisor

Safety Location:

Strawhun Center -

Merrillville, IN Requirements:

High School Diploma or equivalent Experience - Behavioral health: 2 years (preferred)

Shift:

Days/Evenings Saturday, Sunday, Monday, Tuesday 4p-12a Fridays 8a-4p Off on Wednesday and Thursday What RCG has to offer you:

Salary:

$15.00 - $17.25 per hour 401(k) Dental Insurance Employee assistance program Flexible Spending Account Health Insurance Life insurance 20 Paid time off days Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance 8-hour shift Overnight shift If what you have read speaks to you, because you have a passion for helping people, then apply today! We need you!

Job Type:

Part-time Pay:

$15.00 - $17.25 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Application Question(s): What is your highest level of education? How many years of experience do you have in this field? Can you pass a pre-employment background check? Can you pass a pre-employment drug screen? Upon offer of employment, can you provide solid references? Are you open to $15.00 - $17.25/hour? Are you open to working this schedule: Saturday, Sunday, Monday, Tuesday 4p-12a; Friday 8a-4p; Off on Wednesday and Thursday Ability to

Commute:

Merrillville, IN 46410 (Required)

Work Location:

In person