Mental Health Technician (FULL TIME) (NO DEGREE)

UHS•Flowood, MS

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Brentwood Behavioral Healthcare is a 120-bed capacity behavioral health facility that provides psychiatric services for adults, children, and adolescents, offering both inpatient and outpatient psychiatric services. Located in Flowood, MS, the facility aims to help individuals and families achieve optimal mental health and improve their quality of life through individualized treatment in a safe and nurturing environment. The Mental Health Technician plays a crucial role in assisting with program activities, collaborating with clinical staff, and ensuring the patient program schedule is executed as planned. They also assist staff nurses in the psychiatric and physical treatment and care of patients, interact therapeutically with patients, and help maintain appropriate boundaries.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree in Mental Health related field
Two years of experience in the mental health field (psychiatric/inpatient or outpatient setting).

Responsibilities

Facilitates structured group activities appropriate to the assigned topic, patient age, and level of understanding, in accordance with program guidelines and direction from the Program Coordinator.
Maintains continuous supervision of patients during group activities, ensuring monitoring occurs in designated locations to promote safety, engagement, and therapeutic effectiveness.
Anticipates, recognizes, and responds promptly to escalating behaviors by providing appropriate crisis intervention and utilizing de-escalation techniques, with safety as the top priority.
Communicates effectively with patients, families, and interdisciplinary team members using clear verbal and written communication.
Collaborates with clinical and support staff to ensure coordinated care and a supportive therapeutic environment.
Demonstrates empathy, respect, and compassion in all patient interactions, maintaining professionalism and a patient-centered approach.
Applies prior mental health or behavioral health experience to support patient needs while adhering to hospital policies, procedures, and safety standards.