Mental Health Technician — Compassionate Patient Care

ignoredontpost; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Universal Health Services, Inc. is seeking a Mental Health Technician to assist in direct patient care across age groups and support therapeutic activities in a hospital setting.

The role works under the treatment team to ensure safety and progress, with attention to daily living activities and program carryover. Ideal candidates have a high school diploma (bachelor’s preferred), at least one year in a rehab/psychiatric setting, and necessary licenses/certifications including NC Driver's

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• One year of experience in nursing aide or mental health setting.
• Current North Carolina Driver’s License, CPR, CPI certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist in direct care and management of patients across age groups per treatment team.
• Support unit programming and carryover of therapy issues, activities of daily living.
• Supervise therapeutic and recreational activities and document appropriately.

Skills

Therapeutic communication

Patient care

Leadership training

Supervision

Motivational techniques

Documentation

Attendance & dependability

Education

High School diploma

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Universal Health Services, Inc. is seeking a Mental Health Technician to assist in direct patient care across age groups and support therapeutic activities in a hospital setting.

The role works under the treatment team to ensure safety and progress, with attention to daily living activities and program carryover. Ideal candidates have a high school diploma (bachelor’s preferred), at least one year in a rehab/psychiatric setting, and necessary licenses/certifications including NC Driver's