Mental Health Tech - Nights
About The Position
Salt Lake Behavioral Health is seeking a compassionate team player for our Mental/Behavioral Health Technician position. Salt Lake Behavioral Health is a private 118 bed freestanding psychiatric hospital specializing in mental health and substance abuse treatment for adults. Our mission is to transform lives through exceptional patient care. The Mental/Behavioral Health Tech functions as an active part of the treatment team, providing continuous patient care, supervision, interaction, and role modeling to patients ranging in age from 18 through geriatrics depending on which unit worked. MHT's work under the direction of a Registered Nurse.
Requirements
- High School Degree or equivalent required.
- Must maintain a valid driver's license in the applicable state if transporting patients.
- Must attend in house CPR and Handle With Care certification.
- May be required 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.
- One year of related experience, with knowledge of psychiatric patient care techniques with understanding of mental illness, preferred, NOT required.
Responsibilities
- Providing continuous patient care, supervision, interaction, and role modeling to patients.
- Working under the direction of a Registered Nurse.
Benefits
- A challenging and rewarding work environment
- Growth and development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ facilities
- Competitive Compensation
- Discounted meals
- Expand your experience and energize your career
- Wide Range of Medical Benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
