Mental Health Tech- PRN

UHS • Austin, TX

12h • Onsite

About The Position

Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) is one of the Nation's largest and most respected health care management companies, operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities and ambulatory centers nationwide. Founded in 1978, UHS subsidiaries now have more than 65,000 employees. UHS has been recognized by Forbes Magazine as one of America's top 500 public companies as well as Fortune list of 500 World's Most Admired Companies, in 2017 and 2018. Austin Oaks Hospital, a UHS facility, is an 80-bed facility that offers a broad spectrum of psychiatric services for adults. Located on a beautiful oak-lined campus, it provides a home-like environment that promotes crisis resolution, positive self-awareness, social skills, and personal growth. Psychiatric treatment and substance abuse services are available through both inpatient and outpatient programs. Austin Oaks Hospital is located in South Austin, 10 minutes from downtown. Austin Oaks Hospital is seeking qualified, energetic candidates for current job openings. They encourage dedicated, hardworking individuals who want to make a positive difference in the lives of patients to apply, as Austin Oaks Hospital puts patient care first. Providing excellent care, comfort, and security to patients and families is a rewarding aspect of working there. Employees are part of a network of peer professionals and nursing leaders. The Mental Health Technician PRN provides direct patient care under the supervision of the charge nurse. Responsibilities include the provision of a safe and therapeutic milieu, crisis intervention, and assistance with activities of daily living. The Mental Health Technician must demonstrate flexibility for reassignment to units providing care to varied populations including male adults as well as dually diagnosed adults.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• CPR Certification

Nice To Haves

• One year prior psychiatric experience
• Human behavior preferred including therapeutic relationships & processes, age specific growth & development, limit setting, crisis & behavior management

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under the supervision of the charge nurse
• Provide a safe and therapeutic milieu
• Perform crisis intervention
• Assist with activities of daily living
• Demonstrate flexibility for reassignment to units providing care to varied populations including male adults as well as dually diagnosed adults

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees