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Mental Health Technician
Company : Catholic Health Initiatives
Location : Council Bluffs, IA, 51503-3128
Job Type : Part Time
Salary : 16.83-23.77 HOUR
Date Posted : 3 January 2026
Job Summary and Responsibilities
Join Our Compassionate Team as a Mental Health Technician at CHI Health Immanuel
Unlock Your Potential and Make a Profound Impact – Up to a $900 Sign-on Bonus Available!
As a Mental Health Technician, you will be a vital member of our interdisciplinary team, directly contributing to the well-being and recovery of our patients by:
- Empowering Growth & Self-Expression: Actively fostering an environment where patients feel safe to explore new behaviors, problem-solve, and develop healthy methods of self-expression, guiding them towards greater individuality and resilience.
- Facilitating Positive Change: Providing consistent feedback and positive reinforcement to help patients acknowledge and embrace responsibility for their psychological and behavioral patterns. You will expertly apply program rights and regulations, utilize behavior modification techniques, and communicate with patients in a therapeutic and appropriate manner, driving meaningful progress.
- Guiding the Healing Journey: Playing a key role in the admission process by warmly orienting patients and their families (or significant others) to the unit and our comprehensive program, ensuring a smooth and supportive transition into care.
- Delivering Essential Care: Performing crucial direct patient care tasks including diligent patient safety rounds, accurate vital sign monitoring (blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respirations), precise specimen collection, timely accu-checks, weight measurements, and assisting patients with activities of daily living (ADLs) to promote comfort and dignity.
- Education: High School Diploma or equivalent required.
- Experience: At least 1 year of experience in a mental health or direct patient care setting is strongly preferred.
- Certification: Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required upon hire.
- Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in a Human Services field (Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, etc.).
- Graduate of an accredited Psychiatric Assistant or Nurse Aide training program.
- One year of dedicated experience in the Behavioral Health field.
- Certification as a Mental Health Technician.
At CHI Health Mercy Council Bluffs, patients are at the heart of our care. Our campus is designed to heal the body, mind and spirit of every person in a more comfortable, less stressful hospital environment. Our full range of medical services include a new pavilion featuring enhancements in heart and vascular care, surgery, maternity, cancer care, and diagnostic imaging.
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Frequently asked questions
At Catholic Health Initiatives in Council Bluffs, IA, the Mental Health Technician role emphasizes holistic patient care blending behavioral health expertise with compassionate support, uniquely integrating safety rounds, vital sign monitoring, and therapeutic communication in a less stressful hospital setting designed for mind and spirit healing.
Technicians often navigate complex emotional environments while applying behavior modification techniques and program rights, requiring patience and adaptability. The role demands balancing direct patient care duties like specimen collection with fostering positive behavioral change amid diverse psychological needs.
Candidates with BLS certification, a year of behavioral health experience, and credentials such as a psychiatric assistant program or mental health technician certification are highly sought. Local employers also value familiarity with program regulations and hands-on patient care proficiency.
Demand for mental health technicians in Council Bluffs remains steady, fueled by regional healthcare expansion. While competition exists, possessing specialized certifications like BLS and psychiatric technician credentials can significantly increase hiring chances in this market.
Mental Health Technicians in Council Bluffs typically earn between $35,000 and $45,000 annually, depending on experience and certifications. This range reflects local healthcare salary standards and the specialized nature of psychiatric and behavioral health support roles.
CHI Health offers growth through specialized training and opportunities to advance into supervisory or specialized clinical roles. Technicians can leverage experience and certifications to transition into behavioral health specialist positions or pursue further education in human services fields.
The organization prioritizes comprehensive training in safety protocols, behavior modification techniques, and therapeutic communication. By fostering a supportive environment and encouraging interdisciplinary collaboration, CHI Health ensures technicians can effectively promote patient well-being and recovery.
Technicians play a key role by warmly welcoming patients and their families, explaining unit procedures, and helping ease the transition into care. This hands-on involvement supports a calming environment that facilitates patient adjustment and engagement with treatment plans.
Technicians are increasingly involved in interdisciplinary care models, utilizing advanced behavior modification and therapeutic communication skills. Local healthcare facilities are expanding services, requiring mental health technicians to be versatile in direct patient care and emotional support.
Yes, CHI Health provides up to a $900 sign-on bonus for Mental Health Technicians, reflecting its commitment to recruiting skilled professionals dedicated to compassionate psychiatric and behavioral health care within its Council Bluffs campus.