TECH - MH/BH Nights

UHS • Austin, TX

47d • Onsite

About The Position

Mental Health Technicians Nights (11p-7a), to provide direct patient care under the supervision of the charge nurse. Responsibilities include the provision of a safe and therapeutic milieu, crisis intervention and assistance with activities of daily living. The Mental Health Technician must demonstrate flexibility for reassignment to units providing care to varied populations including male adults as well as dually diagnosed adults.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• One year prior psychiatric experience preferred.
• CPR Certification.
• Human behavior preferred including therapeutic relationships & processes, age specific growth & development, limit setting, crisis & behavior management.

Nice To Haves

• One year prior psychiatric experience
• Human behavior including therapeutic relationships & processes, age specific growth & development, limit setting, crisis & behavior management

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under the supervision of the charge nurse.
• Provision of a safe and therapeutic milieu
• Crisis intervention
• Assistance with activities of daily living
• Demonstrate flexibility for reassignment to units providing care to varied populations including male adults as well as dually diagnosed adults.

Benefits

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its Subsidiaries
• Competitive Compensation
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• Generous Paid Time Off

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees