Mental Health Technician - Full time

Perimeter Healthcare • West Memphis, AR

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Perimeter Behavioral Hospital of West Memphis is seeking compassionate, dependable, and energetic Mental Health Technicians (Youth Care Workers) to join their team. This role offers a rewarding career where individuals can positively impact the lives of children and adolescents. It is an excellent opportunity for those interested in behavioral health, psychology, social work, counseling, nursing, criminal justice, education, or human services. The position involves creating a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment for patients, with training and support provided for success.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Must be 21 years of age or older
• Ability to work 12-hour shifts on a rotating schedule
• Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, lift, push, and pull as required to safely assist patients and perform crisis interventions
• Strong communication skills and a passion for helping others

Nice To Haves

• One (1) year of experience in a behavioral health, psychiatric, residential treatment, hospital, assisted living, or healthcare setting
• Military Corpsman experience
• Education or work experience in Psychology, Human Services, Social Work, Criminal Justice, Nursing, Education, or related fields

Responsibilities

• Build positive, supportive relationships with children and adolescents receiving behavioral health treatment.
• Provide continuous supervision and ensure patient safety throughout the shift.
• Conduct scheduled patient observation rounds and accurately document behaviors.
• Assist patients with daily living activities and encourage independence.
• Teach, model, and reinforce positive coping skills, communication, and appropriate social behaviors.
• Escort patients to meals, therapy sessions, recreation, and other activities.
• Help maintain a clean, organized, and therapeutic treatment environment.
• Collaborate with nurses, therapists, physicians, and other members of the treatment team.
• Participate in crisis intervention and therapeutic de-escalation when necessary.
• Safely perform physical interventions or restraints when required (paid training provided).

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Company-paid Life Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Supplemental Insurance Options
• Employee Assistance Program
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Career advancement opportunities within a growing behavioral healthcare organization

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED