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Universal Hospital Services Inc.; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(K) with company match

Tuition assistance

Student Loan Refinancing Program

Career development opportunities

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Philadelphia is seeking a PRN Admissions Mental Health Technician, who will provide direct patient care and maintain a safe therapeutic environment. Responsibilities include assisting with admissions and crises, engaging with patients, and documenting observations. Ideal candidates need a High School Diploma or GED, with additional qualifications preferred. The position offers a rewarding work environment, competitive compensation, and career development opportunities including tuition assistance and a retirement plan.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of psychiatric group processes and therapeutic relationship processes.
• Ability to assist with admissions, discharge, and transfer procedures.
• Observes patient behavior and documents according to hospital policies.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under supervision.
• Ensure a safe and therapeutic environment.
• Engage with patients actively during care.

Skills

Knowledge of psychiatric group processes

Crisis management with aggressive behaviors

Behavioral management

Engagement with patient population

Education

High School Diploma or GED required, Bachelor's Degree preferred

Job description

Responsibilities

Located on a 27-acre wooded campus, Fairmount Behavioral Health System is a peaceful, therapeutic environment for patients and families. Fairmount is a major regional resource for children, adolescents and adults who have psychiatric and behavioral problems as well as alcohol and drug dependency needs. The spacious campus borders Fairmount Park in the Roxborough section of Philadelphia. With one of the leading alcohol and drug detox and rehab programs in Philadelphia, Fairmount is the provider of choice for individuals requiring specialized co‑occurring psychiatric and chemical dependency treatment. We are currently seeking a PRN Admissions Mental Health Technician to join our team. The PRN Admissions Mental Health Technician provides direct patient care under the supervision of the Director of Admissions. The Admissions Mental Health Technician is responsible for the provision of a safe and therapeutic milieu, crisis intervention and activities of daily living.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required, Bachelor's Degree preferred
• Knowledge of psychiatric group processes, therapeutic relationship processes, age‑specific growth and development, behavioral management, crisis management with aggressive behaviors
• Assist with admissions, discharge and transfer procedures
• Orient new patients to Fairmount Behavioral Health
• Intervene with patients during critical incidents, such as escalation, elopement, and suicidal behavior
• Actively engage with patient population
• Observe patient behavior and document observations according to hospital policies
• Additional responsibilities as assigned

Benefits

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive compensation
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ subsidiaries
• Tuition assistance

EEO Statement

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.