Mental Health Tech (MHT)

UHS • West Jordan, UT

93d

About The Position

Copper Hills Youth Center is a 24/7 secure residential treatment center (behavioral health) for male and female adolescents aged 12 through 17. We counsel, teach and mentor students who have psychiatric disorders. Our goal is to provide treatment that results in positive changes, allowing these youth to return to their families and communities. Behavioral Health Technicians serve as a positive role model for youth while providing close supervision and documenting behaviors. Must be a team player and recognize the importance of this position to positive student outcomes. Will ensure that students are meeting defined daily goals, including hygiene, unit activities, education & therapy meetings, etc. Will intervene during student crisis as necessary by using verbal de-escalation skills and other personal safety techniques. Facilitation of group interactions and ensuring students are behaving according to standards. By using positive verbal skills, educate students on appropriate behavior and possible consequences, and enact consequences if needed.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum 21 years old.
• Excellent verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and possible high-stress environment.
• Effective problem-solving skills.
• Ability to effectively manage conflict.
• Excellent attendance record.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a positive role model for youth.
• Provide close supervision and document behaviors.
• Ensure students meet defined daily goals including hygiene, unit activities, education & therapy meetings.
• Intervene during student crises using verbal de-escalation skills and personal safety techniques.
• Facilitate group interactions and ensure students behave according to standards.
• Educate students on appropriate behavior and possible consequences.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision insurances at very affordable rates.
• Free delicious and healthy meals while on shift.
• Generous shift differentials for direct care staff and holiday premium pay.
• Basic Life and Supplemental Life insurance.
• Short and Long-term Disability insurance.
• Dependent Life insurance.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• 401k with Company Match and Discounted Stock Purchase Plan (UHS).
• Paid time off.
• And more.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees