Behavioral Health Tech
About The Position
The Mental Health Technician functions as an active part of the treatment team, providing continuous patient care, supervision, interaction and role modeling to patients ranging in ages from preschool through geriatrics. All MHT’s work under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN). MHT’s may be required to work weekends, overtime and have flexible hours. Clive Behavioral Health opened in February 2021 with 100 inpatient beds for adult, child & adolescent patients experiencing a severe behavioral health crisis. Care at this location focuses on crisis management, stabilization and development of a plan to return to community living with, if needed, supportive outpatient services and community services and resources. Universal Health Services (UHS) is one of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services. UHS has built an impressive record of achievement and performance, growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500 corporation. UHS operates 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.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Successful completion of Management Aggressive Behavior Training, Service Excellence Training and CPR certification required.
- Current Mandatory Reporter for Adult/Child.
Nice To Haves
- Certified Nursing Assistant preferred.
- Degree from an accredited college or university in social work, recreational therapy or appropriate therapeutic discipline highly desirable.
- Two (2) years of related experience, with knowledge of psychiatric patient care techniques with understanding of mental illness, preferred.
Responsibilities
- Providing continuous patient care, supervision, interaction and role modeling to patients ranging in ages from preschool through geriatrics.
- Working under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN).
Benefits
- Challenging and rewarding work environment
- Career development opportunities within UHS and its Subsidiaries
- Competitive Compensation
- Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan
- 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Free Basic Life Insurance and AD&D
- Employee Referral Bonuses
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
