Mental Health Technician
Prosperous Health·Kern County, California
Prosperous Health·Kern County, California
Provide direct supervision and support to patients in behavioral health and substance use disorder treatment settings. Collaborate with clinical teams to ensure patient safety, document observations, and assist with daily living activities.
Mental Health Technician (MHT)
About Prosperous Health Prosperous Health is dedicated to providing compassionate, evidence-based behavioral health and substance use disorder treatment services. Our mission is to support individuals in achieving lasting recovery, improved mental health, and long-term wellness through high-quality, client-centered care. We foster a collaborative, clinically driven environment where excellence in care, ethical practice, and continuous improvement guide everything we do. Our multidisciplinary team is committed to delivering meaningful outcomes for the individuals, families, and communities we serve.
Join a Growing Behavioral Healthcare Platform Prosperous Health is a rapidly growing behavioral healthcare platform dedicated to delivering exceptional mental health, substance use disorder, and integrated medical services across multiple levels of care. Our organization is built around a comprehensive continuum of care that supports patients throughout every stage of treatment, recovery, and long-term wellness. Through inpatient treatment, outpatient services, telehealth, psychiatric care, and innovative medical programs, Prosperous Health provides coordinated, patient-centered care across California.
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We are seeking a compassionate and dependable Mental Health Technician (MHT) to join our clinical team. The MHT provides direct patient support and supervision within our behavioral health and substance use disorder treatment programs. This role works closely with nursing staff, therapists, and clinical teams to ensure patient safety, engagement, and therapeutic support.
Provide direct supervision and support to patients in a residential or clinical setting Monitor patient behavior and ensure a safe therapeutic environment Assist with daily living activities and structured programming Support group activities and therapeutic engagement Report behavioral changes to nursing and clinical staff Document patient observations accurately and timely Assist with admissions, discharges, and patient transitions Maintain safety protocols and facility guidelines at all times De-escalate situations using approved behavioral intervention techniques
Required High school diploma or equivalent Strong communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work in a structured, fast-paced behavioral health environment Passion for mental health and patient care Preferred Experience in behavioral health, mental health, or residential treatment settings Crisis intervention or de-escalation training Familiarity with documentation or EHR systems
Salary & Compensation $16 – $30 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications Full-time position Benefits package available
Medical, dental, and vision insurance Paid Time Off (PTO) Paid sick leave and holidays Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Training and professional development opportunities Supportive clinical team environment
Requires a high school diploma or equivalent and strong interpersonal communication skills. Experience in residential treatment or crisis intervention training is preferred.
Market context
In California, behavioral-health roles tied to substance use disorder counseling and case management are typically supported by ongoing community and treatment-program demand. These positions are competitive because employers often look for a high school diploma, at least 2 years of SUD counseling or case management experience, and current Registered or Certified Drug and Alcohol Counselor status. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit and note that professional development and paid continuing education are listed as benefits.
