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Mental Health Technician
Company : Catholic Health Initiatives
Location : Bismarck, ND, 58501
Job Type : Full Time / Part Time
Salary : 15.51-20.74 HOUR
Date Posted : 3 January 2026
Job Summary and Responsibilities
CHI St. Alexius is looking for a PRN Mental Health Tech to join the team!
Are you passionate about creating a safe, supportive, and therapeutic environment for individuals on their mental health journey? We're seeking dedicated Mental Health Techs to join our team and provide compassionate, trauma-informed direct patient care.
As a Mental Health Tech, you'll be a vital part of our interdisciplinary team, fostering a positive milieu and helping patients develop healthy coping mechanisms and self-expression. If you're a role model for ethical behavior and committed to our mission, vision, and values, we encourage you to apply!
What you'll do:
- Be a Patient Advocate: Help patients develop individuality and healthy self-expression through a trauma-informed approach.
- Provide Direct Support: Assist patients in acknowledging their patterns, provide positive reinforcement, and consistently apply program guidelines.
- Ensure Safety & Well-being: Maintain a secure environment, provide emergency care, and perform basic nursing tasks (e.g., vitals, specimen collection, ADLs) as needed.
- Skillfully Manage Crises: Utilize Crisis Prevention and Intervention (CPI) techniques to de-escalate situations and promote positive outcomes.
- Facilitate Growth: Lead supportive and psycho-educational activities to help patients develop social skills and navigate relationships.
- Observe & Document: Accurately document patient behaviors, program involvement, and mental status.
- Collaborate & Communicate: Work effectively with the interdisciplinary team, participate in staff meetings, and contribute to a harmonious environment.
- Model Professionalism: Represent yourself in a professional manner, adhering to dress code and arriving on time.
- Bachelors Degree or Mental Health Tech Certification from either
- American Medical Certification Association or National Career
- Certification Board. PRTF must be 21 years or older.
Since 1885, CHI St. Alexius Health has been dedicated to leading health care in this region by enriching the lives of patients through the highest quality of care. We seek to continue our tradition of success and innovation with individuals dedicated to delivering the highest level of expertise and quality. Together we can continue to grow and support the legacy of CHI St. Alexius Health for many years to come.
CHI St. Alexius Health is a regional health network with a tertiary hospital in Bismarck, the system also consists of critical access hospitals (CAHs) in Carrington, Dickinson, Devils Lake, Garrison, Turtle Lake, Washburn and Williston and numerous clinics and outpatient services. CHI St. Alexius Health manages four CAHs in North Dakota - Elgin, Linton, and Wishek, as well as Mobridge Regional Medical Center in Mobridge, S.D. CHI St. Alexius Health offers a comprehensive line of inpatient and outpatient medical services, including: a Level II Trauma Center, primary and specialty physician clinics, home health and hospice services, durable medical equipment services, a fitness and human performance center and ancillary services throughout western and central North Dakota.
CHI St. Alexius Health is part of CommonSpirit Health, a nonprofit, Catholic health system dedicated to advancing health for all people. It was created in February 2019 through the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives and Dignity Health. CommonSpirit Health is committed to creating healthier communities, delivering exceptional patient care, and ensuring every person has access to quality health care.
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Frequently asked questions
Bismarck's demand for mental health technicians remains steady, fueled by expanding healthcare services like those at Catholic Health Initiatives. While competition exists, candidates with certifications and local experience often find favorable opportunities, especially in psychiatric and behavioral health settings.
Employers in North Dakota, including Catholic Health Initiatives, typically value certifications from the American Medical Certification Association or the National Career Certification Board. These credentials demonstrate your readiness to handle crisis interventions and patient care in mental health environments.
A Mental Health Technician typically engages in patient observation, assists with daily living activities, and applies crisis prevention strategies. They also document patient behaviors and contribute to therapeutic activities, ensuring safety and supporting patients' emotional well-being.
Effective communication, trauma-informed care knowledge, and crisis intervention proficiency are key. Additionally, being a reliable team player and maintaining professionalism under pressure help mental health technicians excel in dynamic clinical settings.
Yes, Bismarck offers pathways from technician roles into advanced psychiatric care or counseling positions. Gaining experience at institutions like Catholic Health Initiatives can open doors to supervisory roles or specialized certifications in behavioral health.
Catholic Health Initiatives emphasizes compassionate, trauma-informed care within a faith-based mission. Applicants should be prepared to contribute to a supportive team culture focused on ethical behavior and patient advocacy.
This organization offers access to interdisciplinary collaboration, ongoing training in crisis intervention techniques, and opportunities to engage in diverse psychiatric care programs, fostering both skill enhancement and career advancement.
Mental Health Technicians in Bismarck typically earn between $35,000 and $45,000 annually, depending on experience and certifications. Working with established health systems like Catholic Health Initiatives may offer competitive wages and benefits aligned with regional standards.