Evening Intake Mental Health Technician - Patient Care

Brentwood Hospital; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Brentwood Hospital in Shreveport, Louisiana seeks a Mental Health Technician to join a 260-bed psychiatric and chemical dependency treatment facility. The role provides a safe, nurturing environment and participates as part of the treatment team, with duties including patient observation and escorts, plus redirection and consistency.

The hospital has served Louisiana, East Texas and South Arkansas for over 45 years, offering care to children, adolescents, adults and seniors with personalized

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelor's Degree in Psychology preferred.
• One year of mental health experience required.

Responsibilities

• Contribute as an active part of the treatment team.
• Observe patients and provide escorts.
• Provide redirection and consistency.
• Deliver quality direct patient care in a safe therapeutic environment.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's Degree in Psychology preferred

Job description

Brentwood Hospital in Shreveport, Louisiana seeks a Mental Health Technician to join a 260-bed psychiatric and chemical dependency treatment facility. The role provides a safe, nurturing environment and participates as part of the treatment team, with duties including patient observation and escorts, plus redirection and consistency.

The hospital has served Louisiana, East Texas and South Arkansas for over 45 years, offering care to children, adolescents, adults and seniors with personalized