Behavioral Health Technician Full-Time Nights
Listed compensation
$17-$19/hr
The week · per this posting3-day week · 3×12s
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Job Description
- Behavioral Health Technician Full-Time Nights
- Pay range: $17 - $19hr plus night shift diff
- Location: 4102 Shore Dr, Indianapolis, IN 46254
- Schedule: Night Shift | 3x12s (7p–7a) | Every other weekend rotation
- Join the Journey of Hope at Ethan's Crossing
Ethan's Crossing was founded to honor the life of a young man lost to addiction. We aren't just a recovery center; we are a family system that understands and supports the lifelong journey of recovery. We are looking for Mental Health Technicians who want to provide more than just supervision—we want team members who want to provide a "serene environment" for healing.
Why You'll Love It Here
- Comprehensive Health: Multitude of medical plan options (Health Share & Vista Wellness), Dental, and Vision.
- Investment in You: Up to $15,000 in tuition reimbursement and student loan forgiveness programs.
- Work-Life Balance: Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays.
- Future Planning: 401(k) with company contribution and Life Insurance.
- Peace of Mind: Accident insurance, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity coverage.
Your Impact on the Floor
As a Night Shift Mental Health Technician at New Vista Behavioral Health, you are a vital part of our patients’ recovery journey, helping maintain a safe, supportive, and therapeutic environment throughout the night. You will:
- Maintain Vigilance: Conduct routine safety checks, frequent rounding, and ongoing patient observations to promote safety and well-being throughout the night shift.
- Uphold Standards: Accurately perform and document required clinical tasks, including vital signs, patient searches, and other safety procedures in accordance with facility policies.
- Communicate for Continuity of Care: Promptly report changes in patient behavior, condition, or safety concerns to the RN to support timely intervention and continuity of care.
- Maintain a Therapeutic Environment: Monitor the treatment milieu, manage visitor access in accordance with facility policies, and help maintain a calm, structured, and secure environment conducive to healing.
- Support Recovery Around the Clock: Provide compassionate, respectful patient interactions while reinforcing boundaries, promoting emotional safety, and supporting each patient’s journey toward recovery.
What We're Looking For
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Must be 21 yrs or older
- Preferred STNA but not required.
- Preferred Nurses Aide.
Key Responsibilities
The Behavioral Health Technician maintains a safe and therapeutic environment by conducting routine patient observations and safety checks throughout the night. They are responsible for documenting clinical tasks, reporting changes in patient condition to the nursing staff, and supporting the recovery journey of patients.
Requirements
Candidates must possess a high school diploma or GED and be at least 21 years of age. While not required, certification as an STNA or Nurses Aide is preferred.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Behavioral Health Career Context
Of the 40 active Behavioral Health listings this role was benchmarked against, 65% have no call, 40% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Indiana is 93.3 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$37k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $40k in an average-cost state. 60.4% of Indiana clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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