MHT Mental Health Technician

3364 Kolbe Road Suite 209 Lorain, OH 44053

Pay : $15 - $19hr
Location :
Lorain, OH
Schedule :
Day Shift | 3x12s (7a–7p)

Our psychiatric programs and therapies help your entire family recover from the struggles with mental health disorders and traumatic events. Our therapies include one‑on‑one psychotherapy, group therapy, and recreational therapy.

Be the therapeutic presence patients remember. As an MHT, you create a calm, structured milieu where healing can take root —bringing steady energy and teamwork to our busiest hours.

• Perform frequent safety rounds, observations, and 1:1s as assigned; document behaviors and interventions.
• Lead or assist with groups: coping skills, grounding, recreation, and ADLs support.
• Partner with RNs during crises using verbal de‑escalation, redirection, and team response protocols.
• Support admissions/intakes: belongings inventory, vitals, and orientation to the unit.
• Maintain a therapeutic, tidy environment and uphold visitor policies.
• Coordinate with rounding providers and daytime interdisciplinary teams to keep care plans moving.
• Support safe discharges and smooth handoffs to evening/night teams.

• High school diploma/GED required; some college or STNA/EMT experience preferred.
• Age 21+; ability to stand/walk for long periods and assist with lifts/transfers as needed.
• Empathy, consistency, and clear communication.

• Multiple medical plan options, Vista Wellness (physician/pharmacy), Dental, Vision
• Generous PTO and paid holidays
• 401(k) with company contribution;
  Life and disability coverage
• Tuition reimbursement up to $15,000 and student loan forgiveness programs