PRN Mental Health Tech. (Intake Department)
About The Position
Perimeter Behavioral Hospital of Arlington is a leading provider of behavioral healthcare services dedicated to helping individuals and families find hope, healing, and recovery. As part of the Perimeter Healthcare network, we provide compassionate, evidence-based treatment across various levels of care, including inpatient psychiatric services, residential treatment, and outpatient programs. Our mission is to empower individuals facing mental health and behavioral challenges through personalized care, clinical excellence, and a commitment to improving lives. Make a Difference Every Day Are you passionate about helping others during challenging moments in their lives? Perimeter Behavioral Hospital of Arlington is seeking compassionate, dependable, and patient-focused individuals to join our team as A&R (Intake) Mental Health Technicians. In this role, you will be a critical part of the admissions and intake process, helping ensure patient safety, dignity, and comfort while supporting the clinical team in delivering exceptional behavioral healthcare. If you are passionate about helping others and want to build a meaningful career in behavioral healthcare, we encourage you to apply.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced behavioral healthcare environment.
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, lift, and assist with patient interventions as needed.
- Strong communication, observation, and documentation skills.
- Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification.
- Handle With Care (HWC) certification.
Nice To Haves
- One (1) year of experience in behavioral health, healthcare, social services, or a related field.
- Coursework or experience in Psychology, Human Services, Nursing, Social Work, or a related discipline.
- Previous experience working with individuals experiencing mental health or behavioral challenges.
Responsibilities
- Observe, monitor, and document patient behaviors and interactions.
- Assist with patient admissions, intake processes, and belonging inventory.
- Conduct patient and contraband searches in accordance with hospital procedures.
- Support patients with daily living activities and therapeutic programming.
- Facilitate a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment.
- Demonstrate and reinforce positive coping skills and appropriate behaviors.
- Identify and respond to patients at risk while following safety protocols.
- Utilize verbal de-escalation techniques and approved crisis intervention methods.
- Maintain professional boundaries and therapeutic relationships with patients.
- Assist clinical staff in delivering high-quality behavioral health care.
Benefits
- Ongoing training and professional development
- Career advancement opportunities within a growing healthcare organization
- Hands-on behavioral health experience
- Supportive leadership and mentorship
- Collaborative and mission-driven culture
- Commitment to patient-centered care
- Opportunities to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others
- Focus on employee engagement and professional success
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
