Child & Adolescent Mental Health Technician – Full-Time

University of Mississippi Medical Center; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Grant Funded

Job summary

University of Mississippi Medical Center is seeking a Mental Health Technician for Children’s of Mississippi Adolescent Behavioral Health, providing supervision and support for patients in a treatment setting. This full-time, hourly role emphasizes safe environment, patient care documentation, and collaboration with a multi-disciplinary team to advance treatment goals.

Responsibilities include monitoring patient status, contributing to treatment plans, and participating in sessions and staff

Qualifications

• Degree in psychology or mental health, or High School Diploma with two years direct patient care in a mental health facility.
• Knowledge of crisis intervention techniques.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Ability to interact professionally with patients, families and staff.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and document patients' physical, physiological, and behavioral status toward treatment goals.
• Report observations to supervisors per procedures and standards.
• Provide care to promote safety, comfort, and a supportive environment.
• Participate in development and implementation of treatment plans and programs.
• Attend group sessions, trainings, and staff meetings.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living and during crises.
• Serve on hospital committees or project teams to enhance patient care.
• Demonstrate exceptional customer service in interactions.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Patient documentation

Accurate records

Verbal & written communication

Professional interaction

Compassionate care

Education

Bachelor or Associate in psychology or mental health

High School Diploma/GED + 2 years direct patient care

Job description

University of Mississippi Medical Center is seeking a Mental Health Technician for Children’s of Mississippi Adolescent Behavioral Health, providing supervision and support for patients in a treatment setting. This full-time, hourly role emphasizes safe environment, patient care documentation, and collaboration with a multi-disciplinary team to advance treatment goals.

Responsibilities include monitoring patient status, contributing to treatment plans, and participating in sessions and staff