Mental Health Technician (MHT) - Behavioral Health - Fulltime, Days
Texas Health Resources•Dallas, TX
•Onsite
About The Position
The Mental Health Technician (MHT) - Behavioral Health position at Texas Health Plano involves working in a busy outpatient clinic that includes Partial Hospital Programs and an Intensive Out-Patient Program. This role serves adults with co-occurring behavioral health and chemical dependency needs. The department offers self-scheduling for work/life balance, opportunities for educational and career growth, and a collaborative, team-oriented 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 required.
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
- Assist with and help coordinate patient care.
- Assists with all patient care provided by the multidisciplinary team.
- Encourages team members.
- Provides instruction to team members.
- Greet and receive 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 Repayment Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
