Mental Health Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Mental Health Technician
Full Time
San Antonio, TX, US

Mental Health Technician (MHT)

Location: Nexus Neurorecovery Center – San Antonio, TX

Schedule: Full-Time
Shift: Friday – Monday, 1:00 PM – 11:00 PM

About Us

Nexus Neurorecovery Center – San Antonio is a residential treatment center located in downtown San Antonio that serves adolescent females, ages 13-17, with complex behavioral and medical needs. The campus features 25 patient beds, a behavioral unit, dedicated spaces for trauma-informed therapy, education, and vocational skill development, and 24-hour nursing support. Through the True North program, our multidisciplinary team provides structured, individualized care that helps residents build stability, strengthen coping skills, and work toward meaningful medical and behavioral progress. At Nexus, we’re focused on mending minds.

Position Summary

The Mental Health Technician (MHT) plays a vital role in delivering compassionate, structured, and trauma-informed care to residents within a residential treatment center. Under the administrative direction of the MHT Manager and the clinical supervision of licensed clinical staff, the Mental Health Technician supports therapeutic programming, ensures resident safety, and fosters a healing environment that promotes recovery, personal growth, and the emotional, behavioral, and social development of residents.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct supervision and care to residents, ensuring safety, comfort, and engagement in therapeutic activities
• Help maintain daily structure and ensure residents follow schedules and program expectations
• Assist with activities of daily living (ADLs), including hygiene, grooming, and meal support, while promoting dignity and independence
• Transport residents to appointments, clinics, labs, treatments, and other programmed activities as needed
• Implement and reinforce individualized treatment plans in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team
• Facilitate milieu-based activities such as community meetings, recreation, and skill-building groups
• Respond promptly and effectively to crisis situations using approved de-escalation techniques
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation of resident behaviors, interventions, and progress notes
• Advocate for residents’ needs and support communication between residents and the treatment team
• Promote a safe, respectful, therapeutic environment that supports emotional growth, resilience, and recovery
• Participate in team meetings, audits, trainings, and quality improvement efforts
• Demonstrate professionalism, sound judgment, strong boundaries, and a commitment to Nexus values in every interaction

Qualifications

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent (required)
• AA/BA/BS in Psychology, Education, or related social service field (preferred)

Experience:

• One (1) year of experience in behavioral health, residential care, or a human services field, or at least 2 years of college education (required)
• Experience in residential care or mental health treatment (preferred)

Skills:

• Strong interpersonal skills, emotional resilience, and ability to maintain professional boundaries
• Proficiency in de-escalation techniques
• Strong organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Strong computer skills and comfort with electronic health record documentation
• Knowledge of healthcare terminology

Licensure / Certification:

• First Aid and CPR
• De-escalation training within 30 days of hire
• Maintain all required certifications in good standing throughout employment

Nexus Core Values (GOPTIC)

Genuine – Build trust through honesty and integrity
Ownership – Take responsibility for actions and outcomes
Positivity – Approach challenges with optimism and professionalism
Teamwork – Work collaboratively to support residents and one another
Innovation – Look for better ways to improve care and outcomes
Compassion – Put residents first in every interaction

Before Applying

• Do you have experience working with adolescents in a behavioral health, residential, or human services setting?
• Can you stay calm, professional, and supportive during crisis situations?
• Are you comfortable working in a structured residential environment with trauma-informed expectations?
• Are you passionate about helping young people build coping skills, independence, and stability?
• Are you ready to be part of a team focused on mending minds?

If you answered YES, apply today and join Nexus Neurorecovery Center – San Antonio in helping adolescent girls navigate recovery, structure, and progress through compassionate, team-based care.