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Mental Health Technician MHT

Central Desert Behavioral Health Hospital
AlbuquerqueEntry level1+ yrs
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Mental health technician.

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Details

Found
29 d ago · posted 2026-08-21
Location
Albuquerque, NM, US
Pay (as listed)
$17.50 an hour

Full description

Job Highlights Now offering a $3,000 sign on bonus for newly hired, full time MHT. Newly hired full time MHT must start on or before September 30, 2026 to qualify for bonus – apply today! Various shifts available - 12 hours - days or nights! Position Summary The Mental Health Technician MHT provides direct patient care. Assists in maintaining medical records, monitoring patientinteractions and safety as well as clerical support, patient data collection and performing medical procedures under the direction of an RN utilizing knowledge of verbal and non-verbal communication skills to provide targeted therapeutic interventions with patients. Posted Salary Range USD $17.50 - USD $22.50 /Hr. Wage Commensuration The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience, education and training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. Duties & Responsibilities The Mental Health Technician works in harmony with the nursing staff to provide care for our patients. In addition, the Mental Health Technician is responsible for: • Directing patient care • Assisting with maintaining medical records • Monitoring patient interactions and safety • Providing clerical support • Assisting in patient data collection • Performing medical procedures under the direction of a Registered Nurse. Qualifications & Requirements • High School diploma required • In general 1 yr. equivalent work experience in psychiatric/addictive disease treatment facility • Must be CPR certified • Must have a reliable source of transportation Benefits All of our employees are valued and receive a competitive wage; full time team members are also offered a comprehensive benefit package which includes: • Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance/ Flexible Spending Accounts • Tuition Reimbursement & Nursing Loan Repayment Programs • PerkSpot - Local Deals and Weekly Perks Program • 401(k) • Paid Time Off Plan • New Pet Insurance Discount available • DailyPay option available! – Get your pay, when you need it. • Purchasing Power - online purchase/payroll deduction • Tickets at Work - entertainment ticket discounts • Employee Assistance Plan - easy-to-use services to help with everyday challenges of life (available for all employees and their families) • Helping Friends Foundation - our employees’ hardship/crisis fund • Auto and Home Insurance - employee discount available – payroll deduction! • In-facility education programs and more! EOE Statement Drug Free, Smoke-Free work place. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets

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