Behavioral Health Technician

Job Title: Behavioral/Mental Health Tech

Job Type: PT

Schedule: Nights

Mental Health Tech – Provides direct patient care under nursing supervision and helps maintain a safe therapeutic environment.

Reports to:

Senior Behavioral Health Director

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent required.

License: CNA Preferred.

Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) within 45 days of hire;
Handle with Care (HWC) within 45 days of hire.

• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
• Assists patients with activities of daily living.
• Provides or assists with direct patient care, diagnostic procedures, and therapeutic interventions.
• Observes and records patient behavior and activities; reports changes to nursing staff and suggests modifications to treatment plan.
• Provides crisis intervention with incoming calls and on the unit to maintain safety.
• Review and comply with LifePoint Code of Conduct and all relevant Company and Division policies and procedures.

• Shift differential
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, plus flexible‑spending and health‑savings accounts
• Competitive paid time off and extended illness bank package for full‑time employees
• Income‑protection programs such as life, accident, critical‑injury insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability, and identity theft coverage
• Tuition reimbursement, loan assistance, and 401(k) matching
• Employee assistance program, including mental, physical, and financial wellness
• Professional development and growth opportunities

Salary Range: $16.54 - $24.23 per hour

Northeastern Nevada Regional Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Northeastern Nevada Regional Hospital is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.

Equal opportunity and affirmative action employers are looking for diversity in candidates for employment:
Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran.