MENTAL HEALTH TECHNICIAN - Hospital in Orefield, Pennsylvania at KidsPeace Childrens Hospital

Join KidsPeace Today- Seeking Compassionate Mental Health Technicians to join our Team!

Mental Health Technician – Current Open Shifts

• Full-Time Shift availability — two 8- hr and two 12-hr shifts (4-day work week!) :
  • 3pm-11pm (8hr)
  • 12 hour options below:

    EVE A (7a-7p)
    EVE B (11a-11p)
    EVE C (7p-7a)

• Full- Time Overnight Shift
• Part-Time Overnight Shift (24hrs/week)
• 4 Day work week- every other weekend off!

What We Offer:

• Competitive Compensation: $18.50- $22.00 (based on education/ experience)
• 4 day work week (every other weekend off)
• Generous PTO
• Tuition Assistance & Student Loan Forgiveness Options
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, and pet insurance
• 3 week paid training period
• Professional Growth: Ongoing training, development opportunities, and clear career pathways
• Supportive Culture: A collaborative, respectful, and compassionate team environment

Position Summary:

KidsPeace has immediate openings for the Mental Health Technician position at our Children's Psychiatric Hospital in Orefield, PA.

The Mental Health Technician plays a vital role in providing direct supervision, guidance, and support to emotionally and behaviorally challenged youth. This role requires a steadfast commitment to safety and daily awareness of all developments impacting the children in your care. Successful candidates demonstrate the ability to distinguish discipline from punishment, recognize underlying needs beneath behavior, and build trusting, supportive relationships that set the foundation for individualized treatment and unit programming.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor’s degree in Mental Health or related field preferred
• Experience working with acute emotionally challenged children or adolescents preferred.
• Valid driver’s license required
• SCM and CPR/First Aid certification required (provided internally after hire)
• Must be at least 21 years old
• Basic computer skills required

About Us:

KidsPeace is a private charity committed to supporting the behavioral and mental health needs of children, families, and communities. Since 1882, we have provided psychiatric hospital services, residential treatment, accredited educational programs, and foster care services. Our culture is rooted in compassion, creativity, collaboration, and a dedication to providing hope and healing.