PRN Mental Health Technician (MHT)

UHS•Greenwood, IN

5h•Onsite

About The Position

Valle Vista Health System is a 132-bed, acute care psychiatric hospital located in the beautiful community of Greenwood, IN. Valle Vista Health System features individual units for children, adolescents, adults, and seniors, and offers inpatient acute care, partial hospitalization, and intensive outpatient programs. On average, over 10,000 patients receive care from our compassionate health care team each year at Valle Vista Health System. Valle Vista Health System is proud to be a teaching facility that supports local nursing students through our dedicated and tenured nursing team. Mental Health Technician (MHT) PRN Behavioral Health - Support Staff, Behavioral Health - Technician, Certified, Nursing Assistant (CNA) Varied Shifts Valle Vista Behavioral Health located in Greenwood, Indiana Position Summary: 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 adolescent through geriatrics. All MHT’s work under the direction of a Registered Nurse. Benefit Highlights: Challenging and rewarding work environment Career development opportunities across UHS and our 300+ locations! Competitive Compensation Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan Paid Time Off Free Meal Tuition Reimbursement for qualified staff Free Basic Life Insurance What do our employees value at Valle Vista Health System & UHS? A safe and supportive environment that puts patient care first and values the nursing profession. One of the most rewarding aspects of working as a Mental Health Technician is providing excellent care, comfort, and security to the patients and families you treat, at their most vulnerable times. You are never alone, as you are part of a large, nationwide network of peer nursing leaders that educate the field, routinely exchange ideas, and review current topics within the industry. We want to help you succeed and grow in your profession and enjoy a sense of belonging and trust that comes through your expanding experience. At UHS, we are a System of Care, and you have a voice.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent
Must be 21 and over
Minimum one (1) year(s) of related patient care experience.
Variety of shifts available.
May be required to work overtime and flexible hours.
Must be 21 years of age or older.

Nice To Haves

Certified Nursing Assistant
Degree from an accredited college or university in social work, recreational therapy, or appropriate therapeutic discipline highly desirable.
Previous experienced and knowledge of psychiatric patient care techniques with understanding of mental illness.