Behavioral Health Technician

Universal Health Services; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 24,796 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Registered Nurse schooling for qualified Mental Health Technicians

Employee Referral Bonus Program

Competitive Compensation

Generous Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Free meals

Job summary

Cumberland Hospital, LLC seeks a Behavioral Health Technician to provide compassionate support and care to adolescents in a residential setting. This full-time role includes supervising daily living skills and managing aggressive behaviors, with a focus on patient treatment plans.

Applicants must be at least 21 and possess a high school diploma. Benefits include competitive pay, free RN schooling for qualified technicians, and generous time off.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Hold a valid driver's license with a clean driving record preferred.
• Must lift and carry up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct supervision and care for adolescents.
• Document care effectively and accurately.
• Assist in management of aggressive behaviors.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s Degree in a Human Services field

Job description

Behavioral Health Technician (MHT) - Career Opportunity

We’re actively looking for dependable & motivated role models skilled in leadership & communication who will provide compassionate care and support to help patients achieve long-term recovery and wellness.

Responsibilities

Full-Time: 40 hours per week; 8-hour and 12-hr shifts available.

Our regular shifts are:

• 7:00 am - 7:00 pm
• 7:00 pm - 7:00 am
• 3:00 pm - 7:00 am
• 11:00 am - 11:00 pm
• Rotating Weekends for all shifts
• We try to accommodate shift preference; however, not all shifts are available at all times.
• Hired candidates must be able to commit to a 2-week new employee orientation, approx. 8:00am-4:30pm each day, Monday-Friday

Job Description & Essential Duties

• Provide direct supervision, care, daily living skills direction, examples, and demonstration for intellectually disabled adolescents in a residential setting
• Provide positive & appropriate intervention, limit-setting, response, problem-solving, & guidance when needed
• Provide effective, accurate, and legible documentation in a timely fashion
• Demonstrate knowledge, understanding, and follow‑thru with patient/resident treatment plans and interventions
• Respond to children in a caring, mature manner while demonstrating sound professional boundaries with both residents and staff
• Serve as a role model for residents and other staff
• Assist in management of aggressive behaviors

Qualifications

Minimum requirements:

• Must be at least 21 years of age
• High School Diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor’s Degree in a Human Services field of study preferred
• Hold a valid driver's license with a clean driving record preferred

Successful candidates must also be able to:

• Lift and carry up to 50 pounds
• Effectively use the full range of body motion -- sit, bend, kneel or stand for more than an hour if needed
• Reflect behavior, attitude, & appearance appropriate to the position and be supportive of the facility and division philosophy, goals, and objectives
• Successfully complete and pass all components of Crisis Prevention Institute & Verbal De‑escalation Crisis Intervention Training
• Effectively perform facility approved First Aid and CPR techniques

Benefits

Benefits: https://benefits.uhsguest.com/

• Free Registered Nurse schooling for interested and qualified Mental Health Technicians!!!
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• A Challenging and Rewarding Work Environment
• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program
• Free meals!

Pay is Hourly (bi-weekly) and is commensurate with education and experience.

Cumberland Hospital is a drug‑free and alcohol‑free workplace.

A pre‑hire drug screen, pre‑hire background checks, and education verification are required of new employees.