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 Behavioral Health Center! **Mental Health Technician Position Details:** + **Facility:** Behavioral Health Center + **Location:** Tampa, FL + **Status:** Full time, Hourly + **Shift Hours:** 6:45 AM - 7:15 PM + **Weekend Work:** Every Other + **On Call:** No **The Mental Health Technician Responsibilities:** + Provides 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. **Required Certification/Licensures:** + BLS (Basic Life Support) + CNA (Nursing Assistant) - preferred + Patient Care Technician - preferred **Required Education:** + High School or Equivalent + Associate's degree in related field - Preferred + Bachelor's degree in related field- Preferred **Required Experience:** + 6 months - Psychology or Bachelor's degree in related field **Benefits:** + Benefits (Health, Dental, Vision) + Paid time off + Tuition reimbursement + 401k match and additional yearly contribution + Yearly performance appraisals and team award bonus + Community discounts and more + AND the chance to be part of an amazing team and a great place to work 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 II **Location** Tampa:St Josephs | Clinical | Full Time **Req ID** 148487