Behavioral Health Technician
Chicago Behavorial Hospital
Des Plaines, IL
5x8 hrs, Nights

Mental Health Technician
11p-7:30a

*** Shift differential additional compensation available

Chicago Behavioral Hospital (CBH) is a 147-bed acute care facility located in Des Plaines, IL that has been providing mental health treatment to the Chicagoland community and the state of Illinois since 2014. We offer specialized inpatient programs and outpatient services to adolescents and adults, proven to decrease symptoms of mental illness with a clear mission to help people in our community live healthier lives.

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have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Mental Health Tech. If you are looking for a career where you can grow and make a difference in your community, we invite you to apply today!

Title: Mental Health Technician

Department: Nursing

Schedule: 8-hour shifts, rotating weekends

Location: 555 Wilson Lane, Des Plaines, IL 60016

Position Description:

The Mental Health Technician functions as an active part of the treatment team, providing continuous patient care, supervision, interaction, and role modeling to patients ranging in age from preschool through geriatrics depending on which unit worked. MHT's work under the direction of a Registered Nurse.

Qualifications
Education: High School Degree or equivalent preferred; or Certified Nursing Assistant preferred; Degree from an accredited college or university in social work, recreational therapy or appropriate therapeutic discipline.

Experience: One year of related experience, with a knowledge of psychiatric patient care techniques with understanding of mental illness, preferred.

Licensure: Must maintain a valid driver's license in the applicable state.

Additional Requirements: Successful completion CPR certification and Management of Aggressive Behavior training to within 90 days of employment prior to assisting with restraining procedures. May be required to work overtime and flexible hours.

Chicago Behavioral Hospitaloffers competitive rates and benefits including:

Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401k Retirement Plan with Company Match
Paid time off
Short term & long term disability
Life insurance
Shift Differential
Overtime
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Equal Opportunity Employer

At Chicago Behavioral Hospital we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and we provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees.We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, political affiliation, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities.