Mental Health Technician (MHT)
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Job Description
About Ascent Behavioral Hospital
At Ascent Behavioral Hospital, we provide compassionate care, helping adolescents navigate challenges related to anxiety, depression, and suicidal ideation in a supportive and safe environment. We are committed to providing compassionate, evidence-based mental health care to adolescents who require our services. We uphold the highest standards of integrity, respect, and excellence while fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and safety.Β
Position Summary
The Mental Health Technician (MHT) is an essential member of the interdisciplinary treatment team, providing direct supervision and therapeutic support to adolescents in an inpatient psychiatric setting. The MHT is responsible for maintaining a safe, structured, and trauma-informed milieu. This role involves continuous patient observation, assisting with activities of daily living (ADLs), facilitating therapeutic groups, and utilizing de-escalation techniques...