H-1B Visa Mental Health Technician Jobs
Mental Health Technician roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship when the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in psychology, social work, or a closely related field. Hospitals, residential treatment centers, and behavioral health networks regularly file LCAs for this occupation. Cap-subject applicants must register in April; cap-exempt employers can file year-round.
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Mental Health Technician - PT Days - 24 hrs/week - 7: 00 AM-7:30 PM - every other weekend
HAVENWYCK HOSPITAL (a UHS facility)
Havenwyck Hospital is a Joint Commission-accredited and licensed psychiatric hospital, overlooking Lake Galloway in Auburn Hills, Michigan. We specialize in providing comprehensive, compassionate behavioral health services to children, adolescents, and adults. It is the ultimate goal of our dedicated staff to build strength, confidence, and knowledge within each patient, in hopes that they may continue learning and understanding their needs and practicing self-care for the rest of their lives.
Position Summary:
The Mental Health Technician performs routine patient care duties under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse. This includes: assisting with patient admissions, discharges, and transfers; monitoring patients to identify verbal and non-verbal cues for potential aggressive behaviors and using the necessary intervention to de-escalate the patient appropriately. Reports alterations in sensory perceptual images, recognizing the differences between illusions, delusions, and hallucinations. Monitors safety issues regarding these patients and takes action, when indicated, to prevent patient harm. Communicates these issues to the Registered Nurse. Will also assist patients with activities of daily living and encourage independent behavior with appropriate interventions on a daily basis while providing care to patients in a manner that considers safety, patients’ rights, comfort, and a therapeutic environment.
Duties and responsibilities, to include; but are not limited to:
- Follows instructions given by all nursing leadership and as outlined in Hospital policies and procedures
- Reports patient medical problems to the Registered Nurse
- Reports alterations in sensory perceptual images, recognizing the differences between illusions, delusions, and hallucinations. Monitors safety issues regarding these patients and takes action, when indicated, to prevent patient harm. Communicates these issues to the Registered Nurse
- Provides care to patients in a manner that considers safety, patients’ rights, comfort, and a therapeutic environment
- Assists with admissions, discharges, and transfers of patients in a timely manner and completes the appropriate documentation
If you would like to learn more about this position before applying, please contact Havenwyck Hospital at 248-373-9200.
Benefit Highlights
- Challenging and rewarding work environment
- Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
- Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan
- 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
- Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries
- Free Basic Life Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Student Loan Repayment Program (for some degrees/restrictions apply)
- SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
What do our current employees value at Havenwyck Hospital and UHS?
An environment that puts patient care first. One of the most rewarding aspects of this job is providing excellent care, comfort, and security to the patients and families you treat, at their most vulnerable times. Supportive and responsive leadership. You are never alone, as you are part of a large network of peer co-workers that routinely exchange ideas and review current topics within the industry. Having the opportunity to grow, learn, and advance in your career. There are very robust continuing education options and opportunities for skills diversification and career advancement with UHS.
ABOUT UNIVERSAL HEALTH SERVICES
One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 300 corporation, annual revenues were $15.8 billion in 2024. During the year, UHS was again recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune; and listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 99,000 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located all over the U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico, and the United Kingdom.
QUALIFICATIONS
- High School Diploma or GED required
- Prefer a minimum of two years of college in areas of psychology, social work, mental health, and other related health fields
- Experience in dealing with the emotionally disturbed preferred
- Employees must be in good standing (employment/corrective action history, evaluation, etc.) to be considered for internal transfers
EEO Statement
All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.
Avoid and Report Recruitment Scams
At UHS and all our subsidiaries, our Human Resources departments and recruiters are here to help prospective candidates by matching skill set and experience with the best possible career path at UHS and our subsidiaries. During the recruitment process, no recruiter or employee will request financial or personal information (e.g., Social Security Number, credit card or bank information, etc.) from you via email. Our recruiters will not email you from a public webmail client like Hotmail, Gmail, Yahoo Mail, etc.
If you suspect a fraudulent job posting or job-related email mentioning UHS or its subsidiaries, we encourage you to report such concerns to appropriate law enforcement. We encourage you to refer to legitimate UHS and UHS subsidiary career websites to verify job opportunities and not rely on unsolicited calls from recruiters.
INTRODUCTION
Mental Health Technician - PT Days - 24 hrs/week - 7: 00 AM-7:30 PM - every other weekend
HAVENWYCK HOSPITAL (a UHS facility)
Havenwyck Hospital is a Joint Commission-accredited and licensed psychiatric hospital, overlooking Lake Galloway in Auburn Hills, Michigan. We specialize in providing comprehensive, compassionate behavioral health services to children, adolescents, and adults. It is the ultimate goal of our dedicated staff to build strength, confidence, and knowledge within each patient, in hopes that they may continue learning and understanding their needs and practicing self-care for the rest of their lives.
Position Summary:
The Mental Health Technician performs routine patient care duties under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse. This includes: assisting with patient admissions, discharges, and transfers; monitoring patients to identify verbal and non-verbal cues for potential aggressive behaviors and using the necessary intervention to de-escalate the patient appropriately. Reports alterations in sensory perceptual images, recognizing the differences between illusions, delusions, and hallucinations. Monitors safety issues regarding these patients and takes action, when indicated, to prevent patient harm. Communicates these issues to the Registered Nurse. Will also assist patients with activities of daily living and encourage independent behavior with appropriate interventions on a daily basis while providing care to patients in a manner that considers safety, patients’ rights, comfort, and a therapeutic environment.
Duties and responsibilities, to include; but are not limited to:
- Follows instructions given by all nursing leadership and as outlined in Hospital policies and procedures
- Reports patient medical problems to the Registered Nurse
- Reports alterations in sensory perceptual images, recognizing the differences between illusions, delusions, and hallucinations. Monitors safety issues regarding these patients and takes action, when indicated, to prevent patient harm. Communicates these issues to the Registered Nurse
- Provides care to patients in a manner that considers safety, patients’ rights, comfort, and a therapeutic environment
- Assists with admissions, discharges, and transfers of patients in a timely manner and completes the appropriate documentation
If you would like to learn more about this position before applying, please contact Havenwyck Hospital at 248-373-9200.
Benefit Highlights
- Challenging and rewarding work environment
- Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
- Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan
- 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
- Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries
- Free Basic Life Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Student Loan Repayment Program (for some degrees/restrictions apply)
- SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
What do our current employees value at Havenwyck Hospital and UHS?
An environment that puts patient care first. One of the most rewarding aspects of this job is providing excellent care, comfort, and security to the patients and families you treat, at their most vulnerable times. Supportive and responsive leadership. You are never alone, as you are part of a large network of peer co-workers that routinely exchange ideas and review current topics within the industry. Having the opportunity to grow, learn, and advance in your career. There are very robust continuing education options and opportunities for skills diversification and career advancement with UHS.
ABOUT UNIVERSAL HEALTH SERVICES
One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 300 corporation, annual revenues were $15.8 billion in 2024. During the year, UHS was again recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune; and listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 99,000 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located all over the U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico, and the United Kingdom.
QUALIFICATIONS
- High School Diploma or GED required
- Prefer a minimum of two years of college in areas of psychology, social work, mental health, and other related health fields
- Experience in dealing with the emotionally disturbed preferred
- Employees must be in good standing (employment/corrective action history, evaluation, etc.) to be considered for internal transfers
EEO Statement
All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.
Avoid and Report Recruitment Scams
At UHS and all our subsidiaries, our Human Resources departments and recruiters are here to help prospective candidates by matching skill set and experience with the best possible career path at UHS and our subsidiaries. During the recruitment process, no recruiter or employee will request financial or personal information (e.g., Social Security Number, credit card or bank information, etc.) from you via email. Our recruiters will not email you from a public webmail client like Hotmail, Gmail, Yahoo Mail, etc.
If you suspect a fraudulent job posting or job-related email mentioning UHS or its subsidiaries, we encourage you to report such concerns to appropriate law enforcement. We encourage you to refer to legitimate UHS and UHS subsidiary career websites to verify job opportunities and not rely on unsolicited calls from recruiters.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Mental Health Technician
Verify your degree meets specialty occupation
H-1B approval for Mental Health Technician roles hinges on proving the job requires a bachelor's degree in a specific field. Pull the O*NET profile for your occupation code and confirm your degree field matches the listed education requirements before applying.
Target cap-exempt behavioral health employers
Nonprofit hospitals, federally qualified health centers, and university-affiliated psychiatric facilities are cap-exempt, meaning they can file your H-1B petition any time of year without entering the April lottery. Prioritize these employers if your current status has a tight timeline.
Search LCA filing history on Migrate Mate
Filter employers by verified DOL Labor Condition Application filings for behavioral health and mental health roles on Migrate Mate. This shows which facilities have sponsored this occupation before, cutting your outreach list to employers with a documented sponsorship track record.
Request the prevailing wage tier in your offer
Your employer must certify your wage meets the DOL prevailing wage for your location and job level. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the Level I through Level IV wage for your SOC code before negotiating, so you can flag underpayment before the LCA is filed.
Disclose licensure requirements to your employer early
Many states require Mental Health Technicians to hold specific certifications or work under licensed supervision. Employers unfamiliar with H-1B specialty occupation rules may not realize that licensing gaps can complicate the petition, so surface credential requirements during the offer stage, not after.
Prepare a credential evaluation before the petition
If your psychology or social work degree is from outside the U.S., get a credential evaluation from a NACES-member evaluator that explicitly confirms U.S. bachelor's equivalency. USCIS frequently issues RFEs on foreign degrees in behavioral health fields when equivalency isn't documented upfront.
H-1B Visa Mental Health Technician: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Mental Health Technician role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It depends on how the employer defines the position. USCIS requires that the role normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field such as psychology, social work, or counseling. Roles that accept any bachelor's degree or substitute years of experience for a degree can fail the specialty occupation test. Your employer's job description and the O*NET classification for the SOC code both factor into the adjudication.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for Mental Health Technicians?
Behavioral health hospitals, inpatient psychiatric units, residential treatment centers, and community mental health centers are the most common sponsors. Nonprofit health systems and university-affiliated facilities are often cap-exempt, letting them file outside the April lottery window. Use Migrate Mate to search employers with active LCA filing history in behavioral health occupations, which narrows your outreach to organizations that have already committed to H-1B sponsorship for this role type.
How does the H-1B cap lottery affect Mental Health Technician applicants?
Cap-subject employers must register you in the USCIS electronic registration window, typically open in March, for the fiscal year starting October 1. Selection is random. If you're not selected, cap-exempt employers, including nonprofits affiliated with a university or hospital system, can file for you at any point during the year. Timing your job search toward cap-exempt facilities reduces your dependence on lottery selection.
What happens to my H-1B status if my mental health employer loses funding or closes a program?
If your employer terminates your H-1B before the petition end date, you have a 60-day grace period to find a new sponsor, change status, or depart the U.S. Your new employer must file an H-1B transfer petition, which can be done concurrently with you starting work if the petition is filed before your grace period expires. Behavioral health funding gaps are common, so confirming an employer's financial stability before accepting an offer matters.
Can a foreign psychology degree support an H-1B petition for a Mental Health Technician role?
Yes, but you need a credential evaluation from a NACES-member organization that confirms the degree is equivalent to a U.S. bachelor's in a directly related field. USCIS reviews the specific field of study, not just degree level, and frequently issues Requests for Evidence when behavioral health degrees from foreign institutions lack a detailed course-by-course evaluation. Submit this evaluation with the initial I-129 petition rather than waiting for an RFE.