Mental Health Tech

UHS•Clive, IA

8h•Onsite

About The Position

Clive Behavioral Health opened in February 2021 with 100 inpatient beds for adult, child & adolescent patients experiencing a severe behavioral health crisis. Care at this location focuses on crisis management, stabilization and development of a plan to return to community living with, if needed, supportive outpatient services and community services and resources. Universal Health Services (UHS) 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, annual revenues were $13.4 billion in 2022. During the year, UHS was again recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune; and listed in Forbes ranking of America's Largest Public Companies. headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 94,000 employees and continues to grow through its subsidaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care acess points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located all over the U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the united Kingdom. www.uhs.com Behavioral Health Technician 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 preschool through geriatrics. All MHT’s work under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN). MHT’s may be required to work weekends, overtime and have flexible hours. WHAT DO OUR CURRENT EMPLOYEES VALUE AT Clive Behavioral Health AND UHS? An environment that puts patient care first. One of the most rewarding aspects of this job is providing excellent care, comfort, and security to the patients and families you treat, at their most vulnerable times. Supportive and responsive leadership. You are never alone, as you are part of a large network of peer co-workers that routinely exchange ideas and review current topics within the industry. Having the opportunity to grow, learn, and advance in your career. There are very robust continuing education options and opportunities for skills diversification and career advancement with UHS.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
Certified Nursing Assistant preferred
Degree from an accredited college or university in social work, recreational therapy or appropriate therapeutic discipline highly desirable.
Two (2) years of related experience, with knowledge of psychiatric patient care techniques with understanding of mental illness, preferred.
Successful completion of Management Aggressive Behavior Training, Service Excellence Training and CPR certification required.
Certifications may be obtained during new hire orientation.
Current Mandatory Reporter for Adult/Child.
Rotating Weekends.
Shifts include: 7:00am - 7:00pm; 3:00pm-11:30pm

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