Inpatient Mental Health Tech - Compassionate Care & Growth

Universal Health Services; Washington (District of Columbia); Presencial; USD 30.000 - 41.000; A tiempo parcial

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Challenging and rewarding work env.

Generous Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

401(K) with company match

Tuition Reimbursement

Descripción de la vacante

Universal Health Services’ Psychiatric Institute of Washington is seeking a Mental Health Tech to work directly with patients in an inpatient behavioral health setting. You will support nurses, therapists, and the interdisciplinary team to maintain a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment.

The role emphasizes compassion, empathy, strong communication, and calm judgment under pressure. Responsibilities include supervising patients, assisting with daily activities and treatment programs,

Formación

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred; experience in behavioral health is a plus.

Responsabilidades

• Provide direct support and supervision to patients in an inpatient behavioral health setting
• Assist with maintaining a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment
• Observe patient behaviors and communicate relevant changes to the clinical team
• Support patients with daily activities and treatment programming
• Participate in therapeutic activities and milieu management
• Work collaboratively with nurses, therapists, and other members of the treatment team
• Follow hospital safety, documentation, and patient-care procedures

Conocimientos

Compassion and empathy

Strong communication skills

Calm under pressure

Educación

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree

Descripción del empleo

Universal Health Services’ Psychiatric Institute of Washington is seeking a Mental Health Tech to work directly with patients in an inpatient behavioral health setting. You will support nurses, therapists, and the interdisciplinary team to maintain a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment.

The role emphasizes compassion, empathy, strong communication, and calm judgment under pressure. Responsibilities include supervising patients, assisting with daily activities and treatment programs,