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Mental Health Technician (MHT)/Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - All Shifts
Des Plaines, ILApril 1st, 2026
JOIN OUR TEAM AS A MENTAL HEALTH TECHNICIAN / CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT (CNA)!Schedule: Five shifts per week for full-time, including every other weekendShift differentials available depending on the shiftYour Work Matters How will you make a difference?Are you an empathetic and dedicated professional seeking to positively impact the mental well-being of individuals? Your opportunity awaits at Chicago Behavioral Hospital!As a Mental Health Technician (MHT)/ Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), you'll be an integral part of our treatment team, providing continuous care, supervision, and positive role modeling to patients across various age groups from preschool to geriatrics. Working under the guidance of a Registered Nurse, you'll contribute to creating a therapeutic environment that fosters patient support and well-being.If you are passionate about mental health care and ready to make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients, join us! Here you will be a crucial member of our dynamic and compassionate healthcare team, where your dedication as a Mental Health Technician (MHT) / Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), will positively impact the overall treatment experience for our diverse patient population.Accurately record vital signsExercise judgment in patient interactions and report changes to the RNFollow therapeutic interventions outlined by the treatment team and provide information for development and revisionEmploy crisis-intervention techniques, conduct MHT-led groups, and use facility-approved CPI techniquesAssist patients through discharge, guide in adjusting to life changes, and help with personal hygieneComply with policies for a safe, clean, and therapeutic environment, practicing universal precautions and responding to patient care priorities.Your Experience Matters What we're looking for:Education: High School Degree or equivalent preferred; or Certified Nursing Assistant preferred; Degree from an accredited college or university in social work, recreational therapy or appropriate therapeutic discipline preferred.Experience: One year of related experience, with a knowledge of psychiatric patient care techniques with understanding of mental illness, preferred.Additional Skill Requirements: May be required to work overtime and flexible hours.Your Care Matters What we provide for our team:401(k) + matchingHealth insurance100% company-paid life insurance coverage up to 2x your annual salaryVision insuranceDental insurance100% company-paid long term disability insurancePaid time offPaid holidaysCafeteria on site + discounted mealsEmployee engagement eventsEmployee assistance programEmployee recognition programFree parkingShift differential available depending on the shiftWhat sets us apart:Career & training development opportunitiesDynamic and inclusive work environmentEngaged management team dedicated to your successA guiding mission and set of values that serve as both our northstar and yours, anchoring our collective purpose and aspirationsDisclaimer: Select benefits are available to full-time positions only. Benefits are subject to change at the discretion of Chicago Behavioral Hospital.Compensation:
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