TECH - MH/BH (NO DEGREE)
UHS•Dyersburg, TN
•Onsite
About The Position
McDowell Center for Children provides psychiatric services in Dyersburg, Tennessee, in a 28-bed facility serving adolescent boys. The Mental Health Technician provides direct resident care under the supervision of a Shift Supervisor. The role focuses on maintaining a safe, therapeutic environment and supporting residents through crisis intervention, education groups, activities of daily living, and instruction in coping skills. The position also contributes to a culture aligned with the organization’s mission, vision, and values.
Requirements
- High school graduate or GED required.
- Must be 21 years of age.
- Complete and maintain competency training in CPR, HWC, verbal de-escalation, aggression management, crisis intervention, and restraint.
Nice To Haves
- Working knowledge of behavioral health management practices preferred.
Responsibilities
- Create an environment and culture focused on fulfilling the organization’s mission, vision, and values.
- Provide a safe and therapeutic environment for residents.
- Provide direct resident care.
- Teach residents coping skills and support daily activities.
- Empower residents.
- Provide crisis intervention, education groups, and activities of daily living.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation and generous paid time off.
- Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Discounted stock plan.
- SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program.
- Tuition savings to continue nursing education with Chamberlain University.
- Career development opportunities within UHS and its subsidiaries.
- Pet insurance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
