Mental Health Tech (Adult Gero) - Night Shift

Universal Health Services•Arlington, TX

51d•Onsite

About The Position

The primary function of the Mental Health Technician (MHT) is to ensure patient safety. 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 age from preschool through geriatrics depending on which unit worked. MHT's work under the direction of a Registered Nurse.

Requirements

Education: High School Degree or equivalent is required. Certified Nursing Assistant preferred. Degree from an accredited college or university in social work, recreational therapy or appropriate therapeutic discipline preferred.
Experience: Two (2) years of related experience, with a knowledge of psychiatric patient care techniques with understanding of mental illness, preferred.
Licensure: Must maintain a valid driver's license in the applicable state.
Additional Requirements: Successful completion Management Aggressive Behavior Training (CPI) before on the unit orientation and prior to assisting with restraining procedures. Successful certification through American Red Cross or American Heart Association for CPR prior to taking an independent patient assignment.
May be asked to work overtime and flexible hours.

Nice To Haves

Certified Nursing Assistant preferred.
Degree from an accredited college or university in social work, recreational therapy or appropriate therapeutic discipline preferred.
Two (2) years of related experience, with a knowledge of psychiatric patient care techniques with understanding of mental illness, preferred.