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The Meadows Psychiatric Center

Mental Health Technicians (MHTs) - 8-hour or 12-hour shifts available

Pay: Not specified
Posted: 8 weeks ago
Location: Centre Hall, PA (Onsite)
Last Updated: 3 weeks ago
Hours: Full-Time
Expires: 9/9/2026

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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.

$37,021 / year median in Pennsylvania

+8% projected growth

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Job Description

Mental Health Technicians (MHTs) - 8-hour or 12-hour shifts available 2.4 2.4 out of 5 stars 132-D The Meadows Drive, Centre Hall, PA 16828 Part-time, Full-time The Meadows Psychiatric Center 83 reviews Part-time, Full-time This opportunity is full-time 8-hour shifts, 7:00am-3:30pm, 3:00pm-11:30pm or 11:00pm-07:30am with rotating every other weekend to work OR 12-hour shift, 7am-7:30pm or 7pm-7:30am with rotating every other weekend to work.
Benefits Include:
New & Improved wages Challenging and rewarding work environment Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program Tuition Reimbursement and Assistance Diverse programming to expand your experience and energize your career Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!
Responsibilities:
Responds to patient crisis events accordingly using de-escalation techniques. Leads activity groups for patients according to the program schedule Conducts patient observation rounds throughout the shift to ensure safety Supervise patients in daily activities and assist treatment team with patients to provide therapeutic activities Document patient behaviors, condition, & progress Monitors visitation regarding patient safety.
Requirements:
A minimum of a High School Diploma/GED is required. Post-secondary training or education in related field with experience preferred. Position also requires excellent verbal communication skills; ability to remain calm in dynamic environment; commitment to providing a high level of care to patients of all ages, excellent customer service skills and a reliable & dependable attendance to work profile. The Mental Health Technician functions as an active part of the treatment team, providing continuous patient care, supervision, interaction and role modeling to patients ranging in ages from adolescent through geriatrics. All MHT's work under the direction of a Registered Nurse.
Job Types:
Full-time, Part-time Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Free parking Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance
Work Location:
In person