Mental Health Technician – Behavioral Medical Unit

Assignment Details

• Department: Behavioral Medical Unit

• Location: St. Helena, CA

• Start Date: 06/22/2026

• End Date: 08/30/2026

• Shift: Night Shift

• Schedule: 3 x 12-hour shifts (1830 – 0700)

• Call Requirement: None

• Block Scheduling: Not available

Position Overview

As a Mental Health Technician in our Behavioral Medical Unit, you will play a vital role in supporting patients experiencing emotional, cognitive, and behavioral challenges. Working under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN), you will provide direct and indirect patient care while helping create a safe, therapeutic, and compassionate healing environment.

This is an excellent opportunity for professionals who thrive in behavioral health settings and are committed to delivering empathetic, patient-centered care.

What You’ll Do

Patient Care & Therapeutic Support

• Assist patients with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, hygiene, ambulation, and therapeutic participation

• Support psychosocial and behavioral interventions under RN supervision

• Conduct patient safety checks and assist with meal supervision

• Observe and report behavioral or physical changes to nursing staff

• Participate in therapeutic activities and structured group processes

Behavioral Health Interventions

• Utilize de-escalation techniques and intervention strategies when necessary

• Assist with seclusion and restraint interventions according to policy

• Foster a supportive, healing environment through compassionate communication

• Encourage patient engagement and coping skill development

Clinical & Administrative Support

• Assist with data collection and patient monitoring

• Document patient care activities accurately and timely

• Prepare admission charts, complete routine forms, and support clerical operations

• Collaborate with interdisciplinary care teams to implement individualized care plans

Qualifications

Required

• High School Diploma or GED

• Current AHA-BLS or ARC-BLS Certification

• CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention)

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced behavioral health environment

Preferred

• Associate’s or Technical Degree

• Two years of behavioral healthcare experience

• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification

• Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (NCI) certification

• Management of Assaultive Behavior certification