MHT / Nights - Part Time
About The Position
Metropolitan Behavioral Hospital, a 144-bed behavioral health facility and UHS subsidiary, provides inpatient services for adolescents, adults, and older adults, as well as behavioral health assessments and programs for co-occurring behavioral health and substance use issues. The Mental Health Technician (MHT) serves as the primary supervisor of patients, maintaining patient safety and providing supervision throughout the shift. MHTs work under the direction of a Registered Nurse. This is a part-time night-shift position, scheduled from 7 p.m. to 7:30 a.m., with every other weekend and a holiday rotation. Night-shift and weekend differentials are available.
Requirements
- An associate degree in psychology, sociology, or a similar field is required.
Nice To Haves
- A bachelor's degree in psychology, sociology, or a similar field is preferred.
- Two years of related experience is preferred.
- Knowledge of psychiatric patient care techniques and understanding of mental illness are preferred.
Responsibilities
- Conduct safety checks on patients every 12 minutes.
- Supervise patients to maintain safety and provide supervision at all times.
- Conduct room, environmental, and property checks, and perform contraband searches.
- Facilitate groups and write group notes.
- Escort patients to meals and other activities.
- Work under the direction of a Registered Nurse.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation and generous paid time off.
- Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Discounted stock plan.
- SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program.
- Career development opportunities within UHS and its subsidiaries.
- Night-shift and weekend differentials.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
