Behavioral Health Tech

Universal Health Services; Clive (IA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Excellent medical, dental, vision, and

Prescription Drug Plan

401(K) with company match

Generous Paid Time Off

Life Insurance and AD&D

Employee Referral Bonuses

Job summary

Universal Health Services' Clive Behavioral Health in Clive, IA, seeks a Behavioral Health Technician to join its inpatient program serving adults, children and adolescents in crisis. As part of the treatment team, MHT provides continuous patient care under the RN, supports stabilization and discharge planning, and participates in daily safety and de-escalation.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, CPR, and CNA preferred; weekend and flexible hours may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• CNA preferred; degree in social work, recreational therapy or appropriate therapeutic discipline highly desirable.
• Two years of related psychiatric patient care experience preferred.
• CPR certification required; mandatory reporter training may be required.

Responsibilities

• Provide continuous patient care, supervision, interaction and role modeling under RN supervision.
• Assist with crisis management, stabilization and discharge planning as directed by the treatment team.
• Collaborate with nurses and therapists to support safety and effective care plans.

Skills

Caring demeanor

Team collaboration

Patient care

Education

High school diploma or GED

CNA preferred; related degree desirable

Job description

Responsibilities

Clive Behavioral Health opened in February 2021 with 100 inpatient beds for adult, child & adolescent patients experiencing a severe behavioral health crisis. Care at this location focuses on crisis management, stabilization and development of a plan to return to community living with, if needed, supportive outpatient services and community services and resources.

One of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500 corporation, annual revenues were $13.4 billion in 2022. During the year, UHS was again recognized as one of the World's Most Admired Companies by Fortune; and listed in Forbes ranking of America's Largest Public Companies. headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 94,000 employees and continues to grow through its subsidaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care acess points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located all over the U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the united Kingdom. www.uhs.com

Qualifications

Behavioral Health Technician

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 (RN). MHT's may be required to work weekends, overtime and have flexible hours.

Education: High school diploma or GED required. Certified Nursing Assistant preferred; Degree from an accredited college or university in social work, recreational therapy or appropriate therapeutic discipline highly desirable.

Experience: Two (2) years of related experience, with knowledge of psychiatric patient care techniques with understanding of mental illness, preferred.

Required License/Certification: Successful completion of Management Aggressive Behavior Training, Service Excellence Training and CPR certification required. Certifications may be obtained during new hire orientation. Current Mandatory Reporter for Adult/Child.

WHAT DO OUR CURRENT EMPLOYEES VALUE AT Clive Behavioral Health AND UHS?

An environment that puts patient care first. One of the most rewarding aspects of this job is providing excellent care, comfort, and security to the patients and families you treat, at their most vulnerable times. Supportive and responsive leadership. You are never alone, as you are part of a large network of peer co-workers that routinely exchange ideas and review current topics within the industry. Having the opportunity to grow, learn, and advance in your career. There are very robust continuing education options and opportunities for skills diversification and career advancement with UHS.

BENEFIT HIGHLIGHTS:

• 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
• Free Basic Life Insurance and AD&D
• Employee Referral Bonuses

EEO Statement

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.