Mental Health Technician

Arbour SeniorCare; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Shreveport is seeking a Mental Health Technician for their Partial Hospitalization Program. The role involves providing direct patient care and ensuring a safe environment. Comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Generous paid time off

Excellent medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans

401(k) with company match

Discounted stock plan

SoFi student loan refinancing program

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• At least one year of mental health experience required.
• Chauffeur's license required.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality direct patient care within a therapeutic environment.
• Participate as part of the treatment team and monitor patients.

Skills

Mental Health

Patient Care

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology

Job description

Responsibilities

Brentwood Hospital is seeking a dynamic Mental Health Technician for our Partial Hospitalization Program! Chauffeur's license required. Join our team of dedicated professionals committed to providing help and hope to individuals and families, aiming to improve their mental health. Your role involves creating a safe, nurturing environment and offering options for continued improvement after they leave.

The Mental Health Technician provides quality direct patient care within a structured, safe, therapeutic environment. Responsibilities include: actively participating as part of the treatment team, patient observation, patient escorts, and 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. Serving Louisiana, East Texas, and South Arkansas for over 45 years, we provide quality services to children, adolescents, adults, and seniors. Our goal is to help individuals and families achieve optimal mental health and an improved quality of life through individualized treatment in a safe, nurturing environment.

About Universal Health Services

One of the largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services in the nation, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has a strong record of achievement. Since its inception as a Fortune 500 company, with 2023 revenues of $14.3 billion, UHS has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune and listed among Forbes’ Largest Public Companies.

Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS employs approximately 96,700 staff and operates across the U.S., including acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient centers, and more, as well as in the UK. Visit www.uhs.com for more information.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology preferred.
• Experience: At least one year of mental health experience or background required.
• License: Chauffeur's license required.
• Hours: Determined by the PHP Manager.

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