Evening Mental Health Technician (Intake)

Universal Health Services; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Brentwood Hospital in Shreveport, LA is seeking a Mental Health Technician to join our clinical team. You will deliver direct patient care in a structured, safe therapeutic environment and participate as an active member of the treatment team, including patient observation and safe escorts.

Hours are Monday through Friday, 3:00 pm – 11:00 pm. A High School Diploma or equivalent is required, with a Bachelor's in Psychology preferred; one year of mental health experience is expected.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Contribute as an active part of the treatment team.
• Provide patient observation and escorts.
• Provide redirection and consistency to patients.

Skills

Patient care

Observation

Team collaboration

Escort patients

Redirection

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in Psychology preferred

Job description

Brentwood Hospital in Shreveport, LA is seeking a Mental Health Technician to join our clinical team. You will deliver direct patient care in a structured, safe therapeutic environment and participate as an active member of the treatment team, including patient observation and safe escorts.

Hours are Monday through Friday, 3:00 pm – 11:00 pm. A High School Diploma or equivalent is required, with a Bachelor's in Psychology preferred; one year of mental health experience is expected.