At BayCare, we are proud to be one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. Our network consists of 16 community-based hospitals, a long-term acute care facility, home health services, outpatient centers and thousands of physicians. With the support of more than 30,000 team members, we promote a forward-thinking philosophy that's built on a foundation of trust, dignity, respect, responsibility and clinical excellence. BayCare Health Systems is currently seeking a **Mental Health Technician** to join our outstanding and compassionate team at the Behavioral Health Center ! **Mental Health Technician Prime Pool Position Details:** + **Facility:** Behavioral Health Center + **Location:** Tampa, FL + **Status:** Pool, Hourly + **Shift Hours:** 6:45 AM - 7:15 PM + **Weekend Work:** Every Other + **On Call:** No **Responsibilities:** + Provide direct patient care to psychiatric inpatients under the direct Supervision of a Registered Nurse + Provides ongoing monitoring and observation of patients to ensure safety and wellbeing. + Promotes communication and therapeutic relationships with patients. + Assists with physical care under the direction of an RN. **Requirements:** + BLS (Basic Life Support) + High School or Equivalent + FL Driver's License + Preferred - Associate's in Healthcare/Psychology + Preferred - CNA/PCT **Preferred Experience:** + 6 months - Psychology based experience Come join our wonderful team! **_This position requires Level II screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse, managed by the Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA). More information can be found at_** **_https://info.flclearinghouse.com_** **_._** _Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled_ **Position** Mental Health Technician Regular Pool **Location** Tampa:St Josephs | Clinical | Pool **Req ID** 151199