Mental Health Technician

Universal Health Services; Jeffersonville (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Mental Health Technician to join their dynamic team. This full-time position offers a rewarding opportunity to provide essential care and support to patients across various age groups. The role involves working closely with a treatment team to ensure a safe and nurturing environment. With a commitment to employee growth, the organization provides a challenging yet fulfilling work atmosphere, competitive compensation, and a variety of benefits including tuition reimbursement and generous paid time off. If you are passionate about making a difference in mental health care, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Challenging and rewarding work environment

Growth and development opportunities

Competitive Compensation

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Plan

401k plan with company match

Tuition Reimbursement

PET INSURANCE

Student Loan Repayment

Generous Paid Time Off

CAREER LADDERS

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; CNA preferred.
• Behavioral Health experience is a plus but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Provide continuous patient care and supervision.
• Work under the direction of the Registered Nurse.

Skills

Behavioral Health Experience

Patient Care

Supervision

Role Modeling

Education

High School Diploma

CNA Certification

College Degree

Tools

CPI/CPR Training

Job description

Responsibilities

Wellstone Regional Hospital is a 100-bed acute care facility located in Jeffersonville, Indiana and has been providing quality health care to the residents of Southern Indiana and the Louisville area since 2003. Wellstone specializes in the treatment of Adolescents, Children, and the Adult population. In addition to our in-patient services, we offer out-patient programs as well. Wellstone is seeking a dynamic and talented full-time Mental Health Technician, 5 days per week, 2nd shift (2:45p-11:15p) and every other weekend.

The Mental Health Technician functions as an active part of the treatment team, providing continuous patient care, supervision, interaction, and role modeling to patients ranging in age from preschool through geriatrics depending on which unit worked. The Mental Health Technician works under the direction of the Registered Nurse. This is a non-exempt hourly 2nd shift position, eligible for shift differentials. Every other weekend is required.

Qualifications

Education: Must have High School Diploma, college preferred. CNA preferred.

Experience: Behavioral Health experience preferred but not required.

Additional Requirements: CPI/CPR training must be completed prior to working any unit independently. May be required to work overtime and flexible hours. Must complete and pass screening process.

Hours of Work: 2:45p-11:15p, 5 days per week (every other weekend); other times as indicated by immediate supervisor.

This opportunity provides the following:

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Growth and development opportunities within UHS and its subsidiaries
• Competitive Compensation
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan
• 401k plan with company match
• Tuition Reimbursement!
• PET INSURANCE!
• Student Loan Repayment!!!
• Generous Paid Time Off
• CAREER LADDERS!

If you have any questions about the Mental Health Tech position, please contact HR Director, Tiffany Pierce, [phone], or [e-mail].