Mental Health Technician (MHT) - Behavioral Health - Fulltime, Days

Texas Health Resources • Plano, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Mental Health Technician (MHT) role in Behavioral Health at Texas Health Plano involves assisting with and coordinating patient care within a fast-paced, 48-bed inpatient adult and adolescent behavioral health unit. This position is crucial in supporting the multidisciplinary team and ensuring a high quality of patient care. The role offers self-scheduling opportunities, contributing to work-life balance, and provides avenues for educational and career growth within a collaborative and supportive environment.

Requirements

• High School Diploma and 1 year of experience required
• High School Diploma and CNA - Certified Nurse Aide certification required
• Associate’s degree in healthcare field required
• Must comply with CLIA regulations regarding foreign education equivalency

Nice To Haves

• 1 year of inpatient experience in the behavioral health field as a MHT, PCT, CNA, or related position highly preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in healthcare field preferred

Responsibilities

• Assists with all patient care provided by the multidisciplinary team.
• Encourages team members.
• Provides instruction to team members.
• Greets and receives patients admitting/arriving to the unit/area.
• Orients patient to surroundings, reviews safety procedures, and unit rules/guidelines while coordinating with the nurse.
• Prepares patient to be discharged/transferred.
• Assists with gathering belongings and making sure all belongings are returned to the patient (except for medication).

Benefits

• 401k
• PTO
• Medical
• Dental
• Paid Parental Leave
• Flex Spending
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Student Loan Forgiveness

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree