Mental Health Tech — Inpatient Care & Crisis Support

Universal Health Services; Meridian (MS); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision, and

401(K) with company match

Job summary

Alliance Health Center in Meridian, MS seeks a Mental Health Tech to support development and implementation of patients' treatment plans and provide close supervision in a 154-bed acute care psychiatric and chemical dependency hospital.

You will document behavior, build positive relationships, de‑escalate crises, and follow facility policies while promoting a safe, therapeutic environment for patients and coworkers.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Bachelor's degree in Social Services or Psychology preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Participate in development and implementation of patients' treatment plans with care and close supervision.
• Document behavior and progress, and maintain accurate records.
• Develop positive relationships with patients and co‑workers while following facility policies.
• Implement treatment plans and provide crisis intervention as necessary.
• Model appropriate counseling skills, including de‑escalation and appropriate tone and boundaries.

Skills

Counseling skills

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's Degree in Social Services or Psychology (preferred)

Job description

Alliance Health Center in Meridian, MS seeks a Mental Health Tech to support development and implementation of patients' treatment plans and provide close supervision in a 154-bed acute care psychiatric and chemical dependency hospital.

You will document behavior, build positive relationships, de‑escalate crises, and follow facility policies while promoting a safe, therapeutic environment for patients and coworkers.