Join our team as a day shift, full-time, Psych Therapy Services Mental Health Technician in Montclair, NJ. 

Why Join Us? 

Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better 

• Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities, tuition assistance, and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being. 
• People-First: We prioritize your well-being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for. 
• Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care. 
• Learn more about the?benefits offered?for this job. 

Get to Know Your Team: 

• Hackensack Meridian Mountainside Medical Center is an 820,000-square-foot facility that offers the latest medical programs, cutting-edge technology, and patient-focused care that includes 365 beds, 1,200+ employees, and a 27-bed Emergency Room/Fast Track Unit.

The Mental Health Technician will assist with care and observe mentally ill patients under the direction of a Registered Nurse or Licensed Clinical Social Worker. This includes grooming needs and observation of any abnormal behavioral or physical signs.

Job Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent.

• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong customer/patient service orientation and commitment to teamwork.

Preferred Job Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Psychology.
• 1 year of direct patient care experience.
• 2 years of relevant work and/or personal experience with the seriously mentally ill or individuals with emotional behavior disorders.

Rate of pay is determined based on experience and education, and may include other pay components such as differentials and call pay based on role.