Munson Healthcare·Traverse City, Michigan
Provide direct care and emotional support to patients within a therapeutic behavioral health environment. Maintain a safe and comforting atmosphere while completing professional clinical reports and documentation.
Company Description Make a Real Difference as a Behavioral Health Technician Do you love working with people and want to make a meaningful impact? Join Munson Healthcare as a Behavioral Health Technician and help support individuals on their journey to wellness. In this essential role, you’ll provide direct care and emotional support to patients in a therapeutic behavioral health setting. Similar to a nursing assistant, you’ll help ensure a safe, comforting environment where patients feel supported and respected.
Provides direct care to patients in a manner that considers safety, comfort in the behavioral health therapeutic environment. Builds healthy, supportive patient relationships and practices effective interpersonal skills at all times. Completes clinical reports and documentation in a professional and timely manner.
High school diploma or GED required Associate’s degree or two years of college preferred Nurse Aide experience with preference for experience as a Mental Health Technician on an inpatient psychiatric unit or previous psychiatric unit Possess or obtain CPR/AED certification within 60 days of hire
Care for your community. Grow your career. Start making a difference today. Munson Healthcare requires all employees be vaccinated or have lab confirmed immunity for Measles, Mumps, Rubella and Varicella. MHC also requires all employees to receive a flu vaccine during the flu season in the year that they are hired and annually thereafter, or receive an approved medical or religious exemption.
A high school diploma or GED is required, with an associate degree or college experience preferred. Candidates should have nurse aide experience, preferably in an inpatient psychiatric unit, and must obtain CPR/AED certification.
Market context
Behavioral health openings in Michigan often draw steady interest because employers need independently licensed clinicians who can provide consistent weekly availability. For this LMSW role, competition may center on licensure status, schedule flexibility, and readiness to meet a 25-session, 30-hour weekly commitment. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time versus reading the full posting, then confirm your Michigan licensure and availability before applying.
