MENTAL HEALTH TECH - Days

UHS • Cape Girardeau, MO

4d • Onsite

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 adolescents through geriatrics. All MHT’s work under the direction of a Registered Nurse.

Requirements

• High School Degree or equivalent required; Certified Nursing Assistant preferred
• Two (2) years of related experience, with knowledge of psychiatric patient care techniques with understanding of mental illness, preferred.
• Must maintain a valid driver's license in the applicable state.
• Successful completion Management Aggressive Behavior Training, Handle with Care, Service Excellence Training and CPR certification required.
• MHT’s must successfully complete 75 hours of classroom/computer based instruction and 100 hours of supervised clinical practicum.
• MHT’s may be required to work weekends, overtime and have flexible hours.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Nursing Assistant preferred
• Two (2) years of related experience, with knowledge of psychiatric patient care techniques with understanding of mental illness, preferred.

Benefits

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!
• Tuition Assistance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees