Mental Health CNA – Day Shift, Growth & Benefits

UHS; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Generous paid time off

Medical, dental, vision plans

401K with company match

SoFi student loan refinancing program

Tuition savings for nursing education

Career development opportunities

Pet insurance

Job summary

University Behavioral Health of Denton (a UHS facility) seeks a Mental Health Technician to join the treatment team. You will provide continuous patient care under RN supervision, working with adolescents to geriatrics as assigned to units, and support the treatment plan through observation and rapid response.

The role emphasizes documentation, vigilance in assessing patient condition, and effective communication with the nursing team to ensure safety and continuity of care.

Qualifications

• High School Degree or equivalent preferred; Certified Nursing Assistant required; Degree from an accredited college or university in social work, recreational therapy or appropriate therapeutic discipline preferred.
• A minimum of one year experience, with knowledge of psychiatric patient care techniques with understanding of mental illness, preferred.
• CNA licensure and/or Registered Behavioral Technician in the State of Texas (RBT) preferred.
• Successful completion CPR certification, Handle with Care and Verbal De-escalation within 30 days of employment prior to assisting in restraining procedures.

Responsibilities

• Take and record vital signs properly.
• Utilize sound judgment during assessment and observe and documents any changes in a patient's appearance, behavior or ability to work toward treatment plan goals.
• Communicate changes in patient's condition to the Charge Nurse.

Skills

Vital signs

Assessment

Communication

Education

CNA licensure

RBT preferred

Job description

University Behavioral Health of Denton (a UHS facility) seeks a Mental Health Technician to join the treatment team. You will provide continuous patient care under RN supervision, working with adolescents to geriatrics as assigned to units, and support the treatment plan through observation and rapid response.

The role emphasizes documentation, vigilance in assessing patient condition, and effective communication with the nursing team to ensure safety and continuity of care.