Mental Health Technician: Direct Care & Group Support

Laurel Oaks Behavioral Health Center; Dothan (AL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Challenging and rewarding work

Competitive compensation

Paid time off

Medical, Dental, Vision, Rx plans

401(K) with company match

Job summary

Laurel Oaks Behavioral Health Center seeks Mental Health Technicians to provide direct patient care for psychiatric patients in a safe, rights-respecting and therapeutic environment. The hospital supports a dedicated team serving children through adults in a 118-bed facility near the Alabama region.

Qualifications include a high school diploma (or equivalent) and preferred mental health coursework; 1–2 years’ experience with varied age groups is desired and the facility values commitment to

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent; 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.
• Must be at least 21 years of age to apply.

Skills

Group facilitation

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent; 2-year degree preferred in mental health

Job description

Laurel Oaks Behavioral Health Center seeks Mental Health Technicians to provide direct patient care for psychiatric patients in a safe, rights-respecting and therapeutic environment. The hospital supports a dedicated team serving children through adults in a 118-bed facility near the Alabama region.

Qualifications include a high school diploma (or equivalent) and preferred mental health coursework; 1–2 years’ experience with varied age groups is desired and the facility values commitment to