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Mental Health Technician - Days

Hendricks Behavioral Hospital·Plainfield, Indiana

$20 - $24/hr·Full Time·On Site·2-5 yrs·
Posted 1 month ago
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About the role

Provide continuous care, supervision, and positive role modeling for patients ranging from adolescents to geriatrics. Responsibilities include recording vital signs, implementing therapeutic interventions, and employing crisis-intervention techniques under the guidance of a Registered Nurse.

Job DetailsLevel

  • ExperiencedJob
  • Location:
  • Hendricks
  • Behavioral
  • Hospital -
  • Plainfield,
  • IN 46168Position
  • Type:
  • Full
  • TimeEducation
  • Level:
  • High
  • SchoolSalary
  • Range: $20.00 - $24.00
  • HourlyTravel
  • Percentage:
  • NoneJob
  • Shift:
  • DayJob
  • Category: Health CareJOIN OUR TEAM AS A MENTAL HEALTH TECHNICIAN (MHT)! Your Work Matters How will you make a difference? We are currently seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Mental Health Technician to join our team at Hendricks Behavioral Hospital! As a Mental Health Technician (MHT), you'll be an integral part of our treatment team, providing continuous care, supervision, and positive role modeling to patients across various age groups from adolescents to geriatrics. Working under the guidance of a Registered Nurse, you'll contribute to creating a therapeutic environment that fosters patient support and well-being. Accurately record vital signs Exercise judgment in patient interactions and report changes to the RN Follow therapeutic interventions outlined by the treatment team and provide information for development and revision Employ crisis-intervention techniques, conduct MHT-led groups, and use facility-approved CPI techniques Assist patients through discharge, guide in adjusting to life changes, and help with personal hygiene Comply with policies for a safe, clean, and therapeutic environment, practicing universal precautions and responding to patient care priorities.
  • Your
  • Experience
  • Matters
  • What we’re looking for:
  • Education: High School Degree or equivalent preferred; Certified Nursing or NAR required; Degree from an accredited college or university in social work, recreational therapy, psychology, human services, or appropriate therapeutic discipline preferred.

Experience

  • One year of related experience, with a knowledge of psychiatric patient care techniques with an understanding of mental illness, preferred.
  • Your
  • Care
  • Matters
  • What we provide for our team: 401(k) + matching Health insurance 100% company-paid life insurance coverage up to 2x your annual salary Vision insurance Dental insurance 100% company-paid long-term disability insurance Paid time off Paid Holidays Cafeteria on site Employee engagement events Employee assistance program
  • Employee recognition program
  • Free parking
  • Disclaimer: Select benefits are available to full-time positions only. Benefits are subject to change at the discretion of Hendricks Behavioral Hospital (HBH).

Compensation

  • This is a full-time role, and the expected compensation range is $20.00- $24.00 hourly. We’re eager to engage with all qualified candidates, and consideration will be provided to experience and skill level. Join us as our Mental Health Technician About HBHGet to know us Outstanding Care, Compassionate People, Unparalleled Service Welcome to Hendricks Behavioral Hospital (HBH), a premier healthcare provider in Plainfield, IN setting the gold standard for excellence in mental health and addiction treatment support. Located Plainfield, IN, HBH offers a full continuum of care, including inpatient and outpatient psychiatric services and specialized, evidence-based programs for all patients, regardless of their ability to pay. At HBH, the community is an integral part of our team, fostering collaboration to build an efficient, comprehensive, and seamless continuum of care. We take pride in offering dynamic, challenging, and highly rewarding positions. You'll have the opportunity to work closely with a team of experts, ensuring our patients receive personalized services that guide them toward achieving their treatment goals. Join us in providing exceptional care and contributing to the well-being of individuals and families in need, and be a part of the transformative healthcare experience Hendricks Behavioral Hospital.
  • To learn more, please visit our website: https://www.hendricksbehavioralhospital.com/ TOGETHER WE CAN MAKE POSITIVE I.M.P.A.C.T.S. Individuals Maintaining Positive Attitude and Commitment To Service ____________________________________________________________

Requirements

Requires a High School degree or equivalent and a Certified Nursing or NAR certification. A degree in social work, psychology, or human services and one year of related psychiatric patient care experience are preferred.

  • high school
  • bachelor degree
  • professional certificate
  • Patient Care
  • Crisis Intervention
  • Clinical Documentation
  • Vital Signs Monitoring
  • Patient Supervision
  • Therapeutic Interventions
  • Patient Hygiene Assistance
  • Psychiatric Care
  • Discharge Assistance
  • CPI Techniques

Benefits

  • Dental Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Time Off
  • Health Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Free Parking
  • Company-paid Life Insurance
  • Employee Recognition Program
  • 401(k) With Matching
  • Employee Engagement Events
  • Company-paid Long-term Disability Insurance
  • Cafeteria On Site

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Salary
$20 - $24/hr
Location
Plainfield, Indiana
Posted
Jun 24, 2026
Closes
Jul 31, 2026
Application
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Hendricks Behavioral Hospital

Hendricks Behavioral Hospital provides mental health and chemical dependency care for adults, with expansion plans for adolescent and children’s services. Treatment services include free initial screenings, assessments, inpatient and outpatient services, and aftercare referrals....

Salary listed on 6 jobs
IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypePrivately Held
Size51-200 employees
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