Mental Health Technician (MHT) - Behavioral Health - Fulltime, Days

Texas Health Resources; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare organization as a Mental Health Technician in Dallas. You will assist in coordinating patient care in a busy outpatient clinic, ensuring a supportive environment for both patients and team members. Enjoy a full-time schedule with opportunities for growth and a range of benefits including tuition reimbursement and paid parental leave.

Benefits

401k

PTO

Medical

Dental

Paid Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Student Loan Forgiveness

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience required in behavioral health or related position.
• CNA certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with and help coordinate patient care.
• Greet and receive patients admitting/arriving to the unit.
• Prepare patient to be discharged/transferred.

Skills

Teamwork

Patient Care

Education

High School Diploma

Associate’s degree in healthcare field

Bachelor’s degree in healthcare field

Job description

Mental Health Technician – Behavioral Health – Days

Bring your passion to Texas Health so we are Better + Together!

Work location: Texas Health Dallas, 8200 Walnut Hill Ln, Dallas, TX 75231

Work hours: Fulltime, Days; 7:00a – 7:00p

Behavioral Health Department highlights:

• Busy outpatient clinic consists of Partial Hospital Programs and Intensive Out-Patient Program with consistent volume serving adults with co-occurring behavioral health and chemical dependency needs
• Self-Scheduling that helps with work/life balance as well as opportunities for educational and career growth
• Collaborative work environment
• Great team

Here’s What You Need

• High School Diploma and 1 year of experience required or
• 1 year of inpatient experience in the behavioral health field as a MHT, PCT, CNA, or related position highly preferred.
• High School Diploma and CNA - Certified Nurse Aide certification required or
• Associate’s degree in healthcare field required.
• Bachelor’s degree in healthcare field preferred
• Other – CLIAFE; Must comply with CLIA regulations regarding foreign education equivalency required.

What You Will Do

• Assist with and help coordinate patient care.
• Assist with all patient care provided by the multidisciplinary team.
• Encourage team members.
• Provide instruction to team members.
• Greet and receive patients admitting/arriving to the unit/area.
• Orient patient to surroundings, review safety procedures, and unit rules/guidelines while coordinating with the nurse.
• Prepare patient to be discharged/transferred.
• Assist with gathering belongings and making sure all belongings are returned to the patient (except for medication).

Additional perks of being a Texas Health Employee:

• Benefits include 401k, PTO, Medical, Dental, Paid Parental Leave, Flex Spending, Tuition Reimbursement, Student Loan Forgiveness, and more.
• Delivery of high quality patient care through nursing education, research, and innovations in nursing practice.
• Strong Unit Based Council (UBC).
• A supportive, team environment with outstanding opportunities for growth.

Learn more about our culture, benefits, and recent awards here.

Entity Highlights

For over 50 years, Texas Health Hospital Dallas has been at the forefront of healthcare in North Texas, offering comprehensive services including cancer care, cardiology, neurosciences, women’s services, emergency medicine, and more. We are a Magnet-designated, Level III neonatal intensive care unit, and a certified Comprehensive Stroke Center among other accolades. Join our team and be part of an organization dedicated to community health and professional growth.

If you’re ready to join us in our mission to improve community health, let’s show the world how we’re even better together!

Questions? Contact us at: [e-mail]

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