Essentia Health·Duluth, Minnesota
The Behavioral Health Technician assists with the assessment, planning, and implementation of patient care under the supervision of nursing leadership. They facilitate age-appropriate individual and group activities to support the physical, emotional, and social needs of patients.
This position assists with assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of selected technical aspects of patient care under direct supervision of the Charge RN, Assistant Head Nurse, Nurse Manager and/or the Director, to meet the requirements of the Joint Commission and other applicable federal, state and local regulatory or accrediting agencies as well as meeting the goals and mission of the department. Provides direct and indirect care for adolescent to geriatric patients to aid meeting the patients’ needs as directed. Provides patients with activity opportunities appropriate to their ages and abilities and related to their plan for care, either individually and/or in group settings. Education Qualifications:
1 year experience working with persons with mental health symptoms or related applicable experience OR Degree in social services related field OR Residential/Group Home experience. For positions in the Child/Adolescent
The experience needed is Residential/Group Home experience or Child/Adolescent experience in a mental health setting. Completed psychology courses - preferred What You'll Get to Do: Assist with the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care under the direct supervision of nursing leadership Support both direct and indirect care for patients ranging from adolescents to geriatrics Ensure patient care practices meet Joint Commission standards and other regulatory guidelines Collaborate with the care team to help meet departmental goals and the organization’s mission Facilitate age-appropriate individual and group activities aligned with each patient’s care plan Promote a supportive and safe environment that addresses each patient’s physical, emotional, and social needs Licensure/Certification Qualifications: Certificate / Licensure: Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification within 1 month of hire.
Candidates must have at least one year of experience in mental health, social services, or residential group home settings. A Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification is required within one month of hire.
Market context
Behavioral health openings in Minnesota often reflect steady demand in community, residential, and outpatient settings, especially for candidates who can meet licensing, safety, and transportation requirements. These roles can be competitive because employers look for reliability, CPR/First Aid certification, a valid Minnesota driver’s license, and a clean DHS background check. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your certifications and driving record before applying.
