Mental Health Technician (2pm-11pm)
Shodair Children's Hospital·Helena, Montana
Shodair Children's Hospital·Helena, Montana
Mental Health Technicians provide direct care and support to children and adolescents in behavioral health services. They assist patients in navigating daily routines, building life skills, and developing healthy emotional expression.
Shodair Children's Hospital is seeking dedicated and compassionate Mental Health Technicians (MHTs) to provide direct care and support to children and adolescents receiving behavioral health services on our evening shift! This role is an essential part of our multidisciplinary team, helping patients navigate daily routines, build life skills, and develop healthy emotional expression under the supervision of licensed clinical staff.
MHTs play a critical role in supporting patients’ well-being through safety monitoring, group facilitation, therapeutic interaction, and crisis de-escalation.
You will serve as a role model, encouraging appropriate behavior and helping to create a structured, supportive, and nurturing environment.
Must be able to successfully perform physical holds, movements and carries.
Blocking and redirecting patient movements against the patient’s weight Physical interventions in response to aggressive and self-injurious behavior.
Ability to move quickly and confidently to intervene in situations when protective holds and/or movements are deemed necessary.
Physically able to perform, but not but not limited to: pivoting, knee squats, shuffling front and backwards, assisting with carrying a person, assisting a person to the floor, stabilizing people in standing, seated, prone and supine positions.
Ideal Characteristics Compassionate & Patient – Cares deeply for children and remains calm in high-stress situations.
Emotionally Resilient – Manages personal stress and maintains professional boundaries.
Strong Communicator – Effectively engages with patients, families, and team members.
Quick Thinker – Uses sound judgment and problem-solving in dynamic, often unpredictable situations.
Team-Oriented & Reliable – Works well with others and follows through on responsibilities.
Ethical & Respectful – Maintains confidentiality and honors diverse backgrounds.
Physically Capable – Able to move quickly, assist in interventions, and perform physical tasks.
Safety-Focused – Monitors the environment and supports a safe, therapeutic setting.
Why Join Shodair?
This position is both physically and emotionally challenging, but it offers a deeply rewarding experience as you directly impact the lives of children and adolescents on their journey to healing.
At Shodair, you’ll find a supportive team, opportunities for growth, and the chance to make a meaningful difference every day.
Shodair offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits including free medical and vision insurance, tuition reimbursement, student loan assistance, a 6% 403b employer paid contribution, paid time off and much more!
This position starts at $25.00 per hour after completion of training.
Schedule: Four 9-hour shifts per week- templates available Rotating holidays and weekends 2pm-11pm shift
Education & Experience: Bachelor’s degree in psychology, special education, or a related field; or four (4) years of progressively responsible work experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience also considered. Experience working with children or in a behavioral health or healthcare setting is strongly preferred.
Must obtain and maintain CPR and Nonviolent Crisis Intervention with Advanced Physical Skills within two (2) months of hire. Additional certifications (e.g., ServSafe, Lifeguard, high ropes) may be required based on unit assignment. Certification in Behavioral Health is strongly preferred.
Market context
Behavioral health positions in Montana often reflect steady demand in community, residential, and support settings, especially for candidates who can work directly with clients and document care accurately. These roles can be competitive because employers commonly look for reliable transportation, clear background check eligibility, and basic computer skills alongside a high school diploma or HSE. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save research time, and confirm your driving record and documentation are ready before applying.