FT Mental Health Tech

UHS • Desoto, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Hickory Trail Hospital, an 86-bed behavioral health facility located just south of Dallas, has been providing quality health care to the residents of DFW since 1988. Hickory Trail Hospital provides inpatient and day treatment for children, adolescents, adults, and senior adults. Our professional staff individualizes care to uniquely fit the intensity and severity of each client's case and their family's needs. Because crisis occurs at all times of the day and night, our services are provided 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. We are also a proud supporter of the National Action Alliance for Suicide Prevention.

Position Summary:
The Mental Health Technician (MHT), under the direction of a Registered Nurse, is an active member of the patient treatment team and will provide care to patients. The MHT implements the therapeutic interventions developed by the treatment team for each patient and maintains awareness of patient’s individualized plan of care (including goals and interventions).

Requirements

• High School Degree or equivalent preferred; or Certified Nursing Assistant preferred; Degree from an accredited college or university in social work, recreational therapy or appropriate therapeutic discipline.
• One year of related experience, with knowledge of psychiatric patient care techniques with understanding of mental illness, preferred.
• Must maintain a valid driver's license in the State of Texas.
• Successful completion Management Aggressive Behavior Training (CPI) and Service Excellence Training and CPR certification within 30 days of employment.
• Certifications may be obtained during new hire orientation.
• MHT’s may be required to work weekends, overtime and have flexible hours.

Nice To Haves

• knowledge of psychiatric patient care techniques with understanding of mental illness, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct care and supervision to patients on assigned unit
• Monitors and intervenes to maintain appropriate patient boundaries
• Conduct patient safety checks.

Benefits

• Tuition Assistance & Loan Forgiveness
• Employee Referral Program
• Tuition savings to continue your education with Chamberlain University
• Career development opportunities across UHS and our 300+ locations!
• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• Pet Insurance
• SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program

What This Job Offers

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