Mental Health Technician — Behavioral Health Care

Universal Health Services; Dothan (AL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation & generous PT

Medical/Dental/Vision plans

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Laurel Oaks Behavioral Health Center is seeking Mental Health Technicians to provide direct patient care to patients with psychiatric disorders in a manner that considers safety, patients' rights, comfort and the therapeutic environment. The facility, part of Universal Health Services, is a 118-bed Acute Psychiatric Hospital and Residential Treatment Center in Alabama.

Must be at least 21 years of age. Benefits include competitive compensation, generous PTO, excellent medical/dental/vision

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; associates or bachelor's degree in a mental health, psychology, or related field preferred
• One to two years experience in facilitating groups with variety of developmental ages (Child, adolescent, adult and geriatric).

Responsibilities

• Mental Health Technicians provide direct patient care to patients with psychiatric disorders in a manner that considers safety, patients' rights, comfort and the therapeutic environment.
• Support safety, therapeutic environment, and patient rights while assisting with activities and monitoring.

Skills

Group facilitation

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associates or Bachelor's in mental health/psychology

Job description

Laurel Oaks Behavioral Health Center is seeking Mental Health Technicians to provide direct patient care to patients with psychiatric disorders in a manner that considers safety, patients' rights, comfort and the therapeutic environment. The facility, part of Universal Health Services, is a 118-bed Acute Psychiatric Hospital and Residential Treatment Center in Alabama.

Must be at least 21 years of age. Benefits include competitive compensation, generous PTO, excellent medical/dental/vision