You’ll need
Certifications
some college or STNA/EMT experience preferred.
Education
✓High school diploma/GED required
Qualifications
✓Age 21+; ability to stand/walk for long periods and assist with lifts/transfers as needed.
✓Empathy, consistency, and clear communication.
Benefits
Medical, dental and vision401(k)Paid time offTuition assistance
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Mental Health Technician (MHT) – Day
$15 - $18hr Location: 5500 Verulam Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45213
- Day Shift | 3x12s (7a–7p) About BlueRidge Vista Our team at BlueRidge Vista is forward–thinking and provides behavioral health care. Our psychiatric programs and therapies help your entire family recover from struggles with mental health disorders and traumatic events. We offer inpatient services for adult patients, partial hospitalization care, and intensive outpatient care. Join the Journey of Hope Be the therapeutic presence patients remember. As an MHT, you create a calm, structured milieu where healing can take root —bringing steady energy and teamwork to our busiest hours. How You Will Make a Difference
- Perform frequent safety rounds, observations, and 1:1s as assigned; document behaviors and interventions.
- Lead or assist with groups: coping skills, grounding, recreation, and ADLs support.
- Partner with RNs during crises using verbal de‑escalation, redirection, and team response protocols.
- Support admissions/intakes: belongings inventory, vitals, and orientation to the unit.
- Maintain a therapeutic, tidy environment and uphold visitor policies.
- Coordinate with rounding providers and daytime interdisciplinary teams to keep care plans moving.
- Support safe discharges and smooth handoffs to evening/night teams. What We’re Looking For
- High school diploma/GED required; some college or STNA/EMT experience preferred.
- Age 21+; ability to stand/walk for long periods and assist with lifts/transfers as needed.
- Empathy, consistency, and clear communication. Why You’ll Love It Here (Full‑Time Benefits)
- Multiple medical plan options, Vista Wellness (physician/pharmacy), Dental, Vision
- Generous PTO and paid holidays
- 401(k) with company contribution; Life and disability coverage
- Tuition reimbursement up to $15,000 and student loan forgiveness programs