PRN - Mental Health Tech

UHS•Desoto, TX

5d•Onsite

About The Position

We are Hiring for Mental Health Techs Make a Difference Where It Matters Most At Hickory Trail Hospital, every role helps create a place where people can find safety, support, and a path forward. We’re an 86-bed behavioral health hospital in DeSoto, Texas, proudly serving the Dallas–Fort Worth community since 1988. Through inpatient and outpatient programs, we care for children, adolescents, adults, and older adults. Our team brings compassion, skill, and teamwork to each person’s care—and we’re looking for people who want their work to make a meaningful impact. What You’ll Do - Mental Health Tech As a Mental Health Technician at Hickory Trail Hospital, you’ll be on the unit and engaged with patients throughout your shift. MHTs are essential members of the treatment team: they help maintain a safe, structured environment, build supportive relationships, and share the observations nurses need to make informed care decisions. This is a hands-on role that requires patience, attention to detail, teamwork, and the ability to respond calmly when situations change.

Requirements

High School Degree or equivalent required.
Two (2) years of related experience.
Knowledge of psychiatric patient care techniques.
Understanding of mental illness.

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.
CNA Certification Preferred.
MHT’s may be required to work weekends, overtime and have flexible hours.