Mental Health Technician - Inpatient Behavioral Health - PT Nights - Lakewood (2 nights per week, 6:45p - 7:15am)

1 month ago

Kansas City, MissouriPart TimeBehavioral Health

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Job Description

About the Role

Join University Health as a Mental Health Technician – Part-Time Nights in United States. If you are a current University Health or University Health Physicians employee and wish to be considered, you must apply via the internal career site. Please log into myWORKDAY to search for positions and apply.

Key Responsibilities

(from clerical tasks to helping in a clinical setting) – no two days are the same.

✔️ Using your skills and compassion to help patients feel at ease and supported.

Work Schedule

Part-Time position.

No explicit call, weekend, or night shift information provided.

Apply to join University Health as a Mental Health Technician – Part-Time Nights.

Key Skills

Patient CareDirect CareClerical TasksCompassionBCLS CertificationDaily Activities AssistanceSafety Maintenance

Requirements

Minimum requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent and obtaining BCLS certification within 120 days of hire, along with clearance through the Family Care Registry. Candidates must also meet specific Unlicensed Assistive Personnel (UAP) training criteria or demonstrate competency, often requiring enrollment in a nursing program or documented prior experience as a nursing assistant or EMT.

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Position Insights

Behavioral Health — Physician Career Context

This Behavioral Health position at University Health is open to physician candidates.

Physicians (MD/DO) are in high demand across healthcare settings, with growing interest in positions that offer sustainable schedules and reduced administrative burden.

Location & Logistics

This position is based in Kansas City, Missouri.

Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits

Key skills and qualifications: Patient Care, Direct Care, Clerical Tasks, Compassion, BCLS Certification, Daily Activities Assistance, Safety Maintenance. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Behavioral Health role.

Core responsibilities: The Mental Health Technician will work closely with licensed nursing staff to provide direct patient care and help maintain a supportive, safe, and therapeutic environment on the Mental Health Unit. Duties will vary daily and include assisting patients with daily activities, performing clerical task...

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