Mental Health Therapy Aide (MHT) - 26-01127

Company: NavitasPartners
Location: Cicero
Posted on: February 18, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Job Title: Mental Health Therapy Aide (MHT) Profession: Mental Health Specialty: Mental Health Therapy Aide Assignment Type: Contract / Travel Duration: 13 Weeks Shift: Day Shift – 4x12s (7:00 AM – 7:00 PM) Hours per Week: 48 Position Overview A behavioral health facility is seeking experienced Mental Health Therapy Aides to support a Children and Adolescent Psychiatric Unit . This role involves providing both direct and indirect patient care in an acute inpatient behavioral health setting. Pediatric experience is preferred, and prior psychiatric experience is required. The MHT will work closely with nursing and clinical staff to maintain a safe, therapeutic environment and support patients through daily activities, treatment participation, and crisis situations. Key Responsibilities Provide direct and indirect patient care under nursing supervision Take and accurately record vital signs Assist with patient admissions and required documentation Support physical examinations and specimen collection Monitor and document patient intake and output Transport patients as needed Orient new patients to unit routines, expectations, and regulations Assist patients with hygiene and activities of daily living (ADLs) Develop therapeutic relationships and interact with patients during structured activities Observe, document, and report patient responses to treatment Intervene during behavioral or emotional crisis situations Maintain a safe and structured environment, including completing safety checks Apply age-appropriate and developmentally appropriate clinical and psychological interventions Communicate patient status and concerns to nursing staff in a timely manner Participate in unit-based activities and support nursing unit operations Utilize electronic medical record (EMR) systems for documentation Qualifications CPR Certification: Required Experience: Minimum 1 year required 2 years preferred Psychiatric inpatient experience: Required Pediatric behavioral health experience: Preferred Prior inpatient hospital experience preferred Skills & Competencies Strong interpersonal and communication skills Ability to work effectively with patients, families, and multidisciplinary teams Capable of performing patient care tasks with minimal supervision Demonstrates professionalism, empathy, and sound judgment in high-stress situations Experience using Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems For more details reach at sthakur@navitashealth.com or Call / Text at 732 791 4807 - EXT 4807 .

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