Mental Health Tech (MHT)

Fairmount Behavioral Health System; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid time off

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) with match

Student loan refinancing

Education support

Career development

Pet insurance

Job summary

Fairmount Behavioral Health Hospital in Philadelphia is hiring Mental Health Technicians (MHT) for full-time day shift (40 hours/week) 7am-3:30pm. The MHT role provides direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse and supports a safe, therapeutic milieu.

Responsibilities include crisis intervention and assisting patients with activities of daily living, with opportunities for professional growth within Universal Health Services and its affiliates.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a human services field or related area required.
• High school diploma or GED with at least 2 years of direct contact experience in a human service field required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
• Maintain a safe and therapeutic milieu for patients.
• Provide crisis interventions and assist with activities of daily living.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a human services field

High school diploma or GED + 2 years in human services

Job description

Responsibilities

Fairmount Behavioral Health Hospital is hiring Mental Health Technicians (MHT) for full-time day shift (40 hours/week) 7am-3:30pm. The MHT position provides direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. Primary responsibilities include the provision of a safe and therapeutic milieu, crisis interventions, and activities of daily living.

Fairmount Behavioral Health Hospital provides comprehensive behavioral healthcare for children, adolescents, adults, and senior adults suffering from mental health and addictive illnesses. Fairmount is a 239 bed, short-term, acute care hospital offering inpatient, partial and intensive outpatient hospitalization, as well as specialized treatment programs for chemical dependency. Fairmount has an excellent reputation as an innovative hospital with caring, dedicated staff, experienced in the delivery of behavioral healthcare. Located in Philadelphia, PA, Fairmount is situated in close proximity to the Wissahickon Valley Park and Morris Arboretum, offering a beautiful, peaceful setting with all the conveniences of the city nearby.

Benefits

Fairmount Behavioral Health Hospital offers comprehensive benefits for the Mental Health Tech (MHT) position, such as:

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
• Tuition savings to continue your nursing education with Chamberlain University
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!
• Pet Insurance
• More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: benefits.uhsguest.com

What do our current Mental Health Techs value at Fairmount Behavioral?

An environment that puts patient care first. One of the most rewarding aspects of working as a Mental Health Tech (MHT) is providing excellent care, comfort, and security to the patients and families you treat, at their most vulnerable times. Having the opportunity to grow, learn, and advance in your career. There are very robust continuing education options and opportunities for leadership development as a Mental Health Tech (MHT) with UHS. Supportive and responsive leadership. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

About Universal Health Services

One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500® corporation, annual revenues during 2025 were $17.4 billion. In 2026, UHS was again recognized as one of Fortune World’s Most Admired Companies™ and in 2025, was listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 101,500 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located in 40 U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. For additional information visit www.uhs.com. From Fortune, ©2025, 2026 Fortune Media IP Limited. All rights reserved. Used under license.

Qualifications

EITHER

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited program in an area of human services, which includes, but may not be limited to the following: psychology, sociology, political science, counseling, criminal justice, pastoral counseling, elementary/special education, or family therapy.

– OR –

a High school diploma or General Education Development (GED) equivalent. Plus a minimum of 2 years of experience (paid or unpaid) in a human service field. This experience must involve direct contact with the individual receiving services (i.e. coaching, teaching, case management, etc).

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.