PRN - Mental Health Tech

UHS • Desoto, TX

115d

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. The Mental Health Technician functions as an active part of the treatment team, providing continuous patient care, supervision, interaction and role modeling to patients ranging in ages from preschool through geriatrics. All MHT’s work under the direction of a Registered Nurse.

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 and understanding of mental illness, preferred.
• Must maintain a valid driver's license in the State of Texas.
• Successful completion of Management Aggressive Behavior Training (CPI) and Service Excellence Training and CPR certification within 30 days of employment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a behavioral health setting.
• Flexibility to work weekends and overtime.

Responsibilities

• Provide continuous patient care and supervision.
• Interact and role model for patients of various ages.
• Work under the direction of a Registered Nurse.
• Assist in the treatment of patients in a behavioral health setting.

What This Job Offers

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