Day-Shift Mental Health Technician — 12-Hour Shifts

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

Benefits offered by this job

Challenging work environment

Career development within UHS and Subs

Competitive benefits package

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Universal Health Services, Inc. in South Florida seeks a dedicated Mental Health Technician (MHT) to support patients from adolescence to geriatrics under RN supervision. The role emphasizes milieu management, safety, crisis intervention, and collaboration with treatment teams on 12-hour shifts (7am–7:30pm).

Minimum HS diploma and BLS required; CPI training completed after hire. This full-time role offers growth opportunities within UHS and a comprehensive benefits package in a supportive

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• At least one year of healthcare or behavioral health experience preferred.
• Current BLS certification required and CPI training must be completed after hire.

Responsibilities

• Milieu management and continuous patient care supervision.
• Lead therapeutic MHT patient groups.
• Conduct Q15 rounds and one-to-one patient supervision.
• Participate in crisis intervention as needed.
• Follow treatment team interventions and respect individual care plans.

Skills

BLS Certification

CPI Training

Communication

Team Collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Universal Health Services, Inc. in South Florida seeks a dedicated Mental Health Technician (MHT) to support patients from adolescence to geriatrics under RN supervision. The role emphasizes milieu management, safety, crisis intervention, and collaboration with treatment teams on 12-hour shifts (7am–7:30pm).

Minimum HS diploma and BLS required; CPI training completed after hire. This full-time role offers growth opportunities within UHS and a comprehensive benefits package in a supportive