MENTAL HEALTH TECH DAYS 8A-8P
About The Position
One of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500 corporation, our annual revenues were $10.77 billion in 2018. In 2020, UHS was again recognized as one of the World's Most Admired Companies by Fortune; in 2019, ranked #293 on the Fortune 500; and in 2017, listed #275 in Forbes inaugural ranking of America's Top 500 Public Companies. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has more than 87,000 employees and through its subsidiaries operates 26 acute care hospitals, 327 behavioral health facilities, 40 outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located in 37 U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. Laurel Oaks Behavioral Health Center is a 118 bed Acute Psychiatric Hospital and Residential Treatment Center for children and adolescents ages four through eighteen. The 55,000 square foot facility is situated on approximately 10 acres in the southeast corner of Alabama, less than 20 miles from both Florida and Georgia. In addition to the living units, the facility houses the New Day Academy; a state-supported year-round K-12th grade school with vocational opportunities. The hospital employs approximately 195 staff members. Laurel Oaks Behavioral Health Center is seeking Mental Health Technicians. Mental Health Technicians provide direct patient care to patients with psychiatric disorders in a manner that considers safety, patients' rights, comfort and the therapeutic environment. MUST BE AT LEAST 21 YEARS OF AGE TO APPLY.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent required; associates or bachelor's degree in a mental health, psychology, or related field preferred
- One to two years experience in facilitating groups with variety of developmental ages (Child, adolescent, adult and geriatric).
Responsibilities
- Mental Health Technicians provide direct patient care to patients with psychiatric disorders in a manner that considers safety, patients' rights, comfort and the therapeutic environment.
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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Hospitals
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
