What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mental Health Tech - Psych - FT - Night Shift position at St. Mary's Regional Medical Center?
Responsibilities
Mental Health Technician – Full 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:
What We Offer
St. Mary’s provides a supportive environment where behavioral health professionals can grow, contribute, and build meaningful careers. Benefits include:
Qualifications
What We’re Looking For
Licensure / Certification / Training
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.
Recruitment Notice
UHS recruiters will never request financial or personal information (such as Social Security numbers or bank details) via email, nor will they contact you from public email domains like Gmail or Yahoo. If you encounter suspicious communication, please report it at https://uhs.alertline.com or call 1‑800‑852‑3449.
Mental Health Technician – Full 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
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
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
- 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
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.
Recruitment Notice
UHS recruiters will never request financial or personal information (such as Social Security numbers or bank details) via email, nor will they contact you from public email domains like Gmail or Yahoo. If you encounter suspicious communication, please report it at https://uhs.alertline.com or call 1‑800‑852‑3449.