Temple University Health System·Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
The Mental Health Technician assists registered nurses with patient assessments and provides direct patient care. They are also responsible for maintaining unit safety and leading therapeutic activities for patients.
Under the direction of Registered Nurses completes portion of the patient assessment. Provides patient care, assesses units for safety and maintains complete and accurate documentation. Leads and co-leads therapeutic activities.
Education High School Diploma or Equivalent Required Bachelor's Degree from an accredited program in an area of human services ( Preferred
Experience 2 years experience in a human services field or in lieu of experience a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited program in an area of human services Required
Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent, with a bachelor's degree in human services preferred. Additionally, two years of experience in a human services field and a Basic Life Support certification are required.
Market context
Behavioral health employers in Pennsylvania often seek candidates with direct patient care experience, and roles can be more competitive when applicants also bring phlebotomy certification or experience in crisis, detox, or acute psychiatric settings. This posting requires a high school diploma or GED plus at least one year of patient care experience, and the listed requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original job description to save you research time. If you’re considering applying, review whether your experience matches the setting and be ready to highlight any behavioral-health or phlebotomy background.
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