Behavioral Health Technician - Direct Patient Care

Methodist Health System; Richardson (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Methodist Richardson Medical Center is seeking a Mental Health Technician to provide direct patient care in a psychiatric/behavioral health setting. You will work under nursing and clinical staff, monitoring safety and behavior while assisting with activities of daily living and implementing individualized treatment plans.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, 2 years of mental health experience, and required BLS (or AHA) certification; SAMA certification must be obtained

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• 2 years minimum experience in mental health field with direct patient care responsibilities.
• BLS or American Heart Association certification required; SAMA certification within first week of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct support to patients receiving psychiatric or behavioral health care under supervision of nursing and clinical staff.
• Monitors patient safety and behavior, assists with activities of daily living and helps implement individualized treatment plans.

Skills

Direct patient care

Safety monitoring

ADLs assistance

Team collaboration

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

BLS Certification

SAMA certification within first week

Job description

Methodist Richardson Medical Center is seeking a Mental Health Technician to provide direct patient care in a psychiatric/behavioral health setting. You will work under nursing and clinical staff, monitoring safety and behavior while assisting with activities of daily living and implementing individualized treatment plans.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, 2 years of mental health experience, and required BLS (or AHA) certification; SAMA certification must be obtained