Summary:

The Mental Health Technician is responsible for providing care and support to patients with mental health disorders. They assist mental health professionals, monitor patient behaviour, provide emotional and psychological support, and maintain patient records. The ideal candidate should have a certification or training as a mental health technician, knowledge of mental health disorders, excellent communication and organisational skills, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities:
Assist mental health professionals with patient care
Monitor and report patient behaviour and reactions to medication or therapy
Facilitate group therapy sessions and activities
Help patients with activities of daily living
Provide emotional and psychological support to patients and their families
Maintain patient medical, behavioural, and medication records
Ensure a secure and secure workplace for patients and staff




Adhere to facility policies, procedures, and protocols
Participate in training and educational activities
Collaborate and communicate effectively with other healthcare specialists and staff

Qualifications:
High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent
Certification or training as a mental health technician
Working knowledge of mental health disorders and their associated behaviours
Ability to maintain professionalism, confidentiality, and boundaries
Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Patience, compassion, and empathy
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Flexibility to work with patients with varying needs and conditions
Ability to work rotating shifts and schedules as per the patient needs

📌 Mental Health Technician Sydney
🏢 Pope Recruitment Pty
📍 Sydney