Lead Mental Health Technician (RTC)

Newportnewsbhc; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Challenging work environment

Career development opportunities

Competitive compensation

Excellent medical/dental/vision

401(k) with company match

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Universal Health Services, Inc. operates Newport News Behavioral Health Center in Newport News, Virginia, where a Lead Mental Health Technician (RTC) supports clinical teams on 7AM-7PM or 7PM-7AM shifts.

The role focuses on observing and reporting symptoms, implementing treatment activities, and leading unit operations to ensure high-quality patient care. Ideal candidates bring at least 1–2 years in psychiatric settings, relevant degrees, CPR/First Aid certification, and a valid Virginia

Qualifications

• Must have at least 1 year of experience in residential, acute or inpatient psychiatric settings.
• Associate’s Degree in Psychology or related field from an accredited university or college.
• At least 2 years of experience in residential, acute or inpatient psychiatric settings.
• High school diploma or GED with a minimum of 3 years of experience working with children.
• CPR and First Aid certified and hold a valid Virginia Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Observe and report physical and behavioral symptoms under supervision of the Acute Nurse Manager and/or RN.
• Active participation in implementation of physical care, therapeutic activities, and the academic program.
• Assist in planning and implementing treatment programs and behavioral assessment/intervention plans.
• Provide additional leadership support with oversight of unit supplies, activities, and staff paperwork.

Skills

CPR Certified

First Aid Certified

Team Leadership

Education

Associate’s Degree in Psychology or related field

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Responsibilities

Lead Mental Health Technician (RTC) (7AM-7PM or 7PM-7AM)

Newport News Behavioral Health Center

At Newport News Behavioral Health Center, were always learning, growing, and focused on our effort to provide the highest quality and compassionate care to our patients. If you are interested in a career, dedicated to making a difference in the lives of the patients and families you serve, then Newport News Behavioral Health Center is the place for you! Come join our team! Located in beautiful Newport News, near historic Williamsburg, and Virginia BeachVA. Our extraordinary people are in the right place making a positive difference in the lives of children every day! Newport News Behavioral Health Center offers hope and healing, providing intensive residential and acute treatment, for males and females ages 8-21.

Position Summary

Responsible as a member of the program team, observes and reports physical and behavioral symptoms under the supervision of the Acute Nurse Manager and/or Registered Nurse. The Lead Mental Health Technician (MHT) is an active participant in the implementation of physical care, therapeutic activities, and the academic program. Assist in planning and implementing treatment programs for patients, implements functional behavioral assessment/behavior intervention plans. The Lead MHT will provide additional support to the leadership team by providing oversight of the unit supplies, unit activities, and staff unit paperwork.

Benefit Highlights:

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its Subsidiaries
• Competitive Compensation
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• Generous Paid Time Off

Universal Health Services, Inc., one of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500 corporation, our annual revenues were $11.4 billion in 2019. In 2020, UHS was again recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune; in 2019, ranked #293 on the Fortune 500; and in 2017, listed #275 in Forbes inaugural ranking of America’s Top 500 Public Companies. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has more than 90,000 employees and through its subsidiaries operates 26 acute care hospitals, 328 behavioral health facilities, 42 outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located in 37 U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom.

Qualifications

Must have least one (1) year of experience working in a residential, acute or inpatient psychiatric setting; an Associate’s Degree in Psychology or related field from an accredited University or College and at least two (2) years of experience working in a residential, acute or inpatient psychiatric setting; a high school diploma or a General Education Development Certificate (G.E.D.) and a minimum of three (3) years of experience working with children. Must be Handle with Care, CPR and First Aid certified and hold a valid Virginia Driver’s License. Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment. Prefer 1 year of experience leading a team in a unit and/or department.

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.

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and our subsidiaries. During the recruitment process, no recruiter or employee will request financial or personal information (e.g., Social Security Number, credit card or bank information, etc.) from you via email. Our recruiters will not email you from a public webmail client like Hotmail, Gmail, Yahoo Mail, etc.

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