Mental Health Technician — Adolescent Care & Crisis Support

McDowell Center for Children; Dyersburg (TN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Generous Paid Time Off

Medical, Dental, Vision and Rx Plans

401(k) with company match

SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program

Tuition savings for nursing education

Career development opportunities

Pet Insurance

Job summary

McDowell Center for Children in Dyersburg, TN, is seeking a Mental Health Technician to support adolescent residents in a 28-bed psychiatric setting. You will help create a safe, therapeutic milieu under a Shift Supervisor, focusing on crisis intervention and daily living activities.

Responsibilities include direct resident care, teaching coping skills, and participating in education groups. The role requires a high school diploma or GED, willingness to complete competency training, and a

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must be 21 years of age.
• CPR, de-escalation, crisis intervention and restraint training competency.
• Working knowledge of behavioral health management practices preferred.

Responsibilities

• Create an environment and culture aligned with the organization’s mission, vision and values.
• Provide a safe and therapeutic environment.
• Provide direct care, teach new coping skills, daily activities, and empower residents.

Skills

CPR

Verbal de-escalation

Crisis intervention

Aggression management

Restraint training

Behavioral health knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

McDowell Center for Children in Dyersburg, TN, is seeking a Mental Health Technician to support adolescent residents in a 28-bed psychiatric setting. You will help create a safe, therapeutic milieu under a Shift Supervisor, focusing on crisis intervention and daily living activities.

Responsibilities include direct resident care, teaching coping skills, and participating in education groups. The role requires a high school diploma or GED, willingness to complete competency training, and a