Lead Mental Health Tech

UHS • Nashville, TN

21d • Onsite

About The Position

Hermitage Hall, a Universal Health Services company, is a psychiatric residential treatment hospital for children and youth in Middle Tennessee. The Lead Mental Health Tech participates in developing and implementing clients’ behavioral programs by providing care and close supervision, documenting behavior, building positive relationships with clients and coworkers, following facility policies and procedures, implementing treatment plans, and providing crisis intervention as necessary.

This is a full-time, first-shift role scheduled from 6:45 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. The position requires completion of a mandatory two-week, Monday–Friday new-hire orientation. The role also requires a full background check, including fingerprinting, a drug screen, and employment verification.

Requirements

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must be able to complete a mandatory two-week new-hire orientation, Monday through Friday.
• Must complete a full background check, including fingerprinting, a drug screen, and employment verification.

Nice To Haves

• A BS/BA degree and/or one year of direct care experience or supervised practicum in lieu of the experience is preferred.
• A high school diploma or equivalent and behavioral health experience may be considered in lieu of a bachelor’s degree.
• Behavioral health and residential setting experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Implement individualized treatment plans through continuous line-of-sight supervision.
• Maintain facility safety through close observation, alertness, and proactive risk awareness.
• Promote client participation in individual and group activities with positive guidance and encouragement.
• Complete accurate, timely documentation of client behavior and daily activities.
• Apply and develop counseling skills under clinical supervision in individual or group settings.
• Ensure clients’ basic needs are met, including hygiene, clothing, and linens.
• Escort and supervise clients during meals, recreation, education, and medical appointments.
• Respond to crises using de-escalation techniques and sound safety judgment.
• Use effective communication, boundaries, and positive reinforcement to support a healthy peer environment.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans.
• 401(k) match.
• Prescription drug plans.
• Stock purchase plan.
• Competitive compensation.
• Generous paid time off.
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its subsidiaries.
• Free meals.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED