Mental Health Technician - Float

cooperhealth· Technician or Technologist
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📍 Camden, NJ, USOTHER

About this role

About Us

At Cooper University Health Care, our commitment to providing extraordinary health care begins with our team. Our extraordinary professionals are continuously discovering clinical innovations and enhanced access to the most up-to-date facilities, equipment, technologies and research protocols. We have a commitment to our employees to provide competitive rates and compensation programs. Cooper offers full and part-time employees a comprehensive benefits program, including health, dental, vision, life, disability, and retirement. We also provide attractive working conditions and opportunities for career growth through professional development.

Discover why Cooper University Health Care is the employer of choice in South Jersey.

Short Description

  • Assists the Registered Nurse in providing direct, indirect and non-patient care responsibilities.
  • Contributes to quality patient care by serving as a significant member of the multidisciplinary treatment team in providing therapeutic groups and activities, milieu counseling and management.
  • Performs patient care observation rounds, 1:1 observation, environmental rounds, vital signs, control logs, glucose checks, specimen collections, treatment planning, patient education, visitor & meal monitoring, belongings and body checks and documentation as needed.
  • Uses verbal de-escalation techniques to manage disruptive patient behaviors, in addition to limit-setting and physical restraint application as directed, and functions as a valuable member of the treatment team during a psychiatric code and Code Grey.
  • Performs clerical functions to support the clinical operations of the unit.

Experience Required

Minimum of 2 years' experience in a mental health, forensic or addictions setting.

Education Requirements

Associate's Degree required, Bachelor's Degree preferred, in Psychology or related study.

License/Certification Requirements

AHA BLS required.

Special Requirements

  • CPI, Handle with Care, Aggression Management certification is preferred.

 

  • Shift Requirements 
    • 7PM-7AM
    • 3 shifts every week
    • Every 3rd weekend preassigned
    • Every other holiday & 1 hallmark holiday

Salary Min ($)

USD $18.00

Salary Max ($)

USD $29.00

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the salary disclosed for the Mental Health Technician - Float position at cooperhealth?
The salary for this Mental Health Technician - Float role at cooperhealth is not publicly listed. Click "Apply Now" to learn more about the compensation package on their official careers page.
Where is the Mental Health Technician - Float position at cooperhealth located?
This Mental Health Technician - Float role at cooperhealth is based in Camden, NJ, US. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Mental Health Technician - Float role at cooperhealth full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a OTHER position. It is posted as a Mental Health Technician - Float role in the Technician or Technologist department at cooperhealth.
Which team or department does the Mental Health Technician - Float at cooperhealth belong to?
This Mental Health Technician - Float position is part of the Technician or Technologist department at cooperhealth. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Mental Health Technician - Float position at cooperhealth?
Click the "Apply Now" button on this page. You will be redirected to cooperhealth's official application portal hosted on icims where you can submit your application directly.
When was the Mental Health Technician - Float job at cooperhealth posted?
This Mental Health Technician - Float position at cooperhealth was posted on Apr 20, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Mental Health Technician - Float
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