Behavioral Health Tech - Inpatient Care & Crisis Support

Freeman Health System; Springdale (AR); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Retirement with employer match

Wellness program

Job summary

Freeman Health System in Springdale, AR, seeks a PRN MHW I to support nursing and patient care under licensed staff. The role upholds Community Cares Standards and ensures patient safety while precepting MHW I employees.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and at least one year in inpatient psychiatry; a psychology degree and de‑escalation training are preferred. Responsibilities include observing verbal and nonverbal cues, monitoring mood changes, and reporting observations to

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• One year of experience in inpatient psychiatry or an equivalent treatment setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to the nursing staff and patient care under guidance of licensed staff and leaders.
• Uphold Community Cares Standards and ensure patient safety.
• Precept MHW I employees.
• Observe verbal and non‑verbal communication, monitor mood and behavior changes.
• Report observations to the assigned nurse.

Skills

Verbal communication

Non-verbal communication

Mood monitoring

Observation reporting

De-escalation training

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in psychology

Job description

Freeman Health System in Springdale, AR, seeks a PRN MHW I to support nursing and patient care under licensed staff. The role upholds Community Cares Standards and ensures patient safety while precepting MHW I employees.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and at least one year in inpatient psychiatry; a psychology degree and de‑escalation training are preferred. Responsibilities include observing verbal and nonverbal cues, monitoring mood changes, and reporting observations to