Behavioral Health Tech - Outpatient (Weekends)

Universal Health Services; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Shift Differential

Retention Bonus

401(K) with company match

Tuition savings

Job summary

Universal Health Services (The Brook Hospital - KMI) in Louisville, KY is seeking a Mental Health Associate to support patients on their recovery journey in a therapeutic environment. Working with a multidisciplinary team, you will promote safety, assist with daily activities and group therapies, and document observations to help achieve treatment goals.

The role is available for outpatient weekend shifts (12-hour) and offers a meaningful opportunity to impact behavioral health care for children

Qualifications

• Education requirements: High school diploma or GED; some college preferred.
• Experience: No experience required; direct patient care in behavioral health preferred.
• Certifications: CPR certification required; ability to use web-based training and benefits enrollment.

Responsibilities

• Monitor patient safety and provide supportive care in a therapeutic behavioral health environment.
• Assist patients with daily activities, therapeutic groups, and treatment plan interventions.
• Document patient observations and collaborate with the treatment team to support positive clinical outcomes.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Customer service

CPR certification

Education

High School diploma or GED

Some college preferred

Job description

Responsibilities

About The Brook Hospital - KMI:

Since 1985,The BrookHospitals have been providing quality mental health and addiction treatment services.The BrookHospitalshavetwo outstanding facilitieslocatedin Louisville, Kentucky. The Brook - KMI is a 110-bed hospital offering a full continuum of inpatient, extended care, residential, partial hospitalization and outpatient services for children and adolescents. The Brook Hospitals prides itself upon the fact that our patients are referred directly to us by local professionals and organizations: physicians, psychologists, social workers, employee assistance professionals, community mental health centers, hospitals, schools, courts, social service agencies and managed care organizations. These direct referrals and our high patient and family satisfaction ratesare a reflection ofour effectiveness in treating mental illness and addictions.

Job Duties/Responsibilities:

As a Mental Health Associate, you will play a vital role in supporting patients on their journey toward recovery and wellness. Working alongside a multidisciplinary team, you will provide compassionate care, promote a safe and therapeutic environment, and help patients develop the skills needed to achieve their treatment goals. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who are passionate about behavioral health and committed to making a positive impact in the lives of others.

This position is available for the following shifts:

Outpatient:

• Weekends (12-hour)

Job Duties/Responsibilities:

• Monitor patient safety and provide supportive care in a therapeutic behavioral health environment.
• Assist patients with daily activities, therapeutic groups, and treatment plan interventions.
• Document patient observations and collaborate with the treatment team to support positive clinical outcomes.

Benefit Highlights

• Generous Shift Differential
• Retention BonusProgram .
• Loan Forgiveness Program
• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
• Excellent Medical, Dental,Visionand Prescription Drug Plans
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
• Tuition savings to continue your nursing education with Chamberlain University
• Career development opportunities withinUHSand its 300+ Subsidiaries!
• Pet Insurance
• More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website:benefits.uhsguest.com

About Universal Health Services:

Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS) is one of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services. Since our founding in 1979, UHS has grown steadily into a premier Fortune 500 corporation perennially recognized by multiple esteemed national rating entities. Through its subsidiaries, UHS operates inpatient acute care facilities, inpatient behavioral health facilities, outpatient and other facilities, nationwide virtual behavioral health services, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services with physical locations in the U.S., Puerto Rico, Ireland and United Kingdom.www.uhs.com.

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Qualifications

• Education - High School diploma or GED required. Some college preferred.
• Years of experience needed - No experience required. Direct patient care experience in a behavioral health setting is preferred.
• Certifications - Must maintain current CPR certification.
• Computer skills - Ability to: gain training through web-based programs; participate in employee surveys; enroll in company benefits.
• Communication - Must possess excellent verbal skills in communicating with patients, coworkers and visitors.
• Team work - Must be able to actively participate in a treatment team environment.
• Service Excellence - Consistently demonstrates all Service Excellence Standards.

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.