Mental Health Technician

Universal Health Services; Shreveport, Buffalo (LA, NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at a leading healthcare provider as a Mental Health Technician, where you'll play a crucial role in supporting individuals on their journey to improved mental health. In this rewarding position, you'll provide direct patient care and contribute to a nurturing environment that fosters healing and hope. With a focus on teamwork and patient observation, you'll help make a significant impact in the lives of those in need. This role offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, making it an excellent opportunity for those passionate about mental health care.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation

Generous Paid Time Off

Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision Plans

401(K) with Company Match

Student Loan Refinancing Program

Career Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• 1+ year of mental health experience required.
• Chauffeurs license is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Deliver quality direct patient care in a structured therapeutic environment.
• Contribute as an active part of the treatment team.

Skills

Mental Health Experience

Patient Observation

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's Degree in Psychology

Job description

Responsibilities

Brentwood Hospital is looking for a dynamic Mental Health Technician for our Partial Hospitalization Program! Chauffeurs license required to join our team of professionals who are dedicated to providing help and hope to individuals and families for the achievement of improving their mental health. Help, by providing a safe, nurturing environment while they are with us; hope, by providing options for continued improvement when they leave this environment.

The Mental Health Technician delivers quality direct patient care through a structured safe therapeutic environment. Responsibilities include: Contributing as an active part of the treatment team, patient observation, patient escorts, providing redirection & consistency.

We offer comprehensive benefits for the Mental Health Technician 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
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!

Brentwood Hospital is a 260-bed psychiatric and chemical dependency treatment facility located in Shreveport, Louisiana. Brentwood has served Louisiana, East Texas and South Arkansas for more than 45 years. We provide quality services to children, adolescents, adults, and seniors. We help individuals and families achieve optimal mental health, resulting in improved quality of life. A dedicated professional team provides individualized treatment, meeting the personal needs of our patients in a safe and nurturing environment.

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 were $14.3 billion in 2023. During the year, UHS was again recognized as one of the World's Most Admired Companies by Fortune; and listed in Forbes ranking of America's Largest Public Companies.

Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 96,700 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 all over the U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. www.uhs.com

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent required; Bachelors Degree in Psychology preferred
• Experience: One year of mental health experience or background required.
• License: Chauffeurs license required
• Hours: Determined by the PHP Manager

EEO Statement

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We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.

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