Mental Health Technician

Universal Health Services, Inc.; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Universal Health Services, Inc. is seeking a Mental Health Technician (MHT) to join the treatment team.

You will provide continuous patient care, supervision, interaction and role modeling to patients ranging from five years old to geriatrics, under the direction of a Registered Nurse. The role requires knowledge of psychiatric patient care techniques, an understanding of mental illness, and current CPR certification, with Handle With Care training completed within 90 days.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent; CNA preferred.
• Degree from an accredited college or university in social work, recreational therapy, or appropriate therapeutic discipline.
• Two years of related experience with knowledge of psychiatric patient care techniques and understanding of mental illness (preferred).
• Handle With Care Training within 90 days and before restraining procedures; overtime, some holidays/weekends may be required.
• Current CPR Certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide continuous patient care, supervision, interaction and role modeling to patients from ages five through geriatrics, under the direction of a Registered Nurse.

Skills

Psychiatric care knowledge

CPR certification

Handle With Care training

Team collaboration

Education

High School diploma or GED

Certified Nursing Assistant preferred

Degree in social work or therapeutic discipline

Job description

Qualifications

Position Summary

The Mental Health Technician (MHT) functions as an active part of the treatment team, providing continuous patient care, supervision, interaction, and role modeling to patients ranging in age from five years of age through geriatrics depending on which unit worked. MHTs work under the direction of a Registered Nurse.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Degree or equivalent; or Certified Nursing Assistant preferred;
• Degree from an accredited college or university in social work, recreational therapy, or appropriate therapeutic discipline.
• Experience: Two (2) years of related experience, with knowledge of psychiatric patient care techniques with an understanding of mental illness, preferred.
• Additional Requirements: Successful completion of Handle With Care Training within 90 days of employment and prior to assisting with restraining procedures. May be required to work overtime. Some holidays and weekends are required. Must have current CPR Certification.

If you would like to learn more about this position before applying, please contact Natalia Guerra, Human Resources Generalist, at [e-mail] and by phone at [phone].

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