Genesis Healthcare System·University Heights, Ohio
The Mental Health Technician assists professional staff in providing mental health interventions and leads group activities for patients and families. They also report observations to support care plans and assist with educational and diversional groups.
In order to fill our Mission of serving our community by helping each person achieve optimal health and well-being by providing compassionate, exceptional, and affordable healthcare services, all employees of Genesis HealthCare System must be committed to living the Genesis Mission and Genesis values of Compassion, Excellence, Integrity, Team, and Innovation. All employees must regard themselves as an ‘owner’ of Genesis and keep our patients at the center of everything we do - always.
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The Mental Health Technician (MHT) plays a vital role in supporting youth experiencing acute mental health crises in a short-term residential stabilization setting. This position emphasizes a trauma-informed approach to care, ensuring emotional and physical safety while fostering resilience, life skills, and personal growth. The MHT works closely with clinical staff to assist residents in achieving stabilization goals and preparing for successful transitions.
Engage with youth using trauma-informed principles that prioritize safety, trust, empowerment, and collaboration.
De-escalate crises using non-violent, empathetic communication and behavior management techniques.
Build therapeutic rapport while maintaining professional boundaries. 2.
Life
Skills
Development:
Assist residents in developing daily living skills such as hygiene, nutrition, time management, and interpersonal communication.
Facilitate structured activities and group sessions that promote independence and self-efficacy. 3.
Safety
Monitoring:
Conduct regular safety checks and maintain a secure, structured environment.
Monitor for signs of distress, self-harm, or unsafe behaviors and respond according to established protocols.
Document observations and incidents accurately and promptly. 4.
Goal
Setting &
Progress
Support:
Support residents in identifying short-term stabilization goals and long-term personal objectives.
Encourage and track progress toward goals in collaboration with the clinical team.
Participate in treatment planning meetings and provide input on resident progress. 5.
Team
Collaboration:
Communicate effectively with therapists, nurses, case managers, and other staff to ensure continuity of care.
Attend staff meetings, training, and supervision sessions as required.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
This description reflects in general terms the type and level of work performed. It is not intended to be all-inclusive, nor portray the specific duties of any one incumbent.
Thank you for your interest in employment at Genesis. Genesis is committed to being an equal opportunity employer. Selection of applicants for employment is based only on qualifications and the requirements of a specific job .
Market context
Behavioral health roles in Ohio are typically in steady demand as employers seek clinicians who can support outpatient, community, and integrated care settings. These positions are competitive because they often require a master’s degree and a valid clinical license, and candidates should note that the requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original job description to save research time. Before applying, confirm licensure fit and prepare examples of direct client care, crisis response, or care coordination.
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