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Mental Health Technician II

BayCare Health SystemFull timePosted 3d agoStill open, checked every night
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This posting does not state an hourly rate. Open behavioral health technician jobs in Florida post a median of $18 an hour, the middle half $16.88–$19, across 12 jobs that state their pay. Behavioral health technicians employed in Florida earn a median of $20.95 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).

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About the job

At BayCare, we are proud to be one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. Our network consists of 16 community-based hospitals, a long-term acute care facility, home health services, outpatient centers and thousands of physicians. With the support of more than 30,000 team members, we promote a forward-thinking philosophy that’s built on a foundation of trust, dignity, respect, responsibility and clinical excellence.

BayCare Health Systems is currently seeking a Mental Health Technician to join our outstanding and compassionate team at North Bay Recovery Center!

Mental Health Technician Position Details

  • Facility: North Bay Recovery Center
  • Location: Lutz, FL
  • Status: Full time, Hourly
  • Shift Hours: 6:45 PM - 7:15 AM
  • Weekend Work: Every Other
  • On Call: No

The Mental Health Technician Responsibilities

  • Provides direct patient care to psychiatric inpatients under the direct Supervision of a Registered Nurse.
  • Provides ongoing monitoring and observation of patients to ensure safety and wellbeing.
  • Promotes communication and therapeutic relationships with patients.

Required Certification/Licensures

  • BLS (Basic Life Support)
  • CNA (Nursing Assistant) - preferred
  • Patient Care Technician - preferred

Required Education

  • High School or Equivalent
  • Associate's degree in related field - Preferred
  • Bachelor's degree in related field- Preferred

Required Experience

  • 6 months – Psychology or Bachelor's degree in related field

Full time employees receive the following benefits

  • Benefits (Health, Dental, Vision)
  • Paid time off
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • 401k match and additional yearly contribution
  • Yearly performance appraisals and team award bonus
  • Community discounts and more
  • AND the chance to be part of an amazing team and a great place to work

Come join our wonderful team!

This position requires Level II screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse, managed by the Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA). More information can be found at https://info.flclearinghouse.com .

Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled

From BayCare Health System's job posting for New Port Richey, FL, checked 13 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.

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