Mental Health Technician (MHT) - Per Diem/PRN

Vialindabehavioral; Hyde Park Township (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative behavioral health hospital is seeking dedicated Mental Health Technicians (MHTs) to join their team. In this rewarding role, you will work closely with a Registered Nurse to provide essential patient care and support for individuals facing mental health and substance abuse challenges. This opportunity offers a dynamic and fulfilling work environment where your contributions will make a significant impact on the lives of patients. Enjoy competitive compensation, generous paid time off, and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and tuition assistance. If you are passionate about helping others and want to grow in your career, this is the perfect position for you.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation

Generous Paid Time Off

Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision Plans

Life Insurance

401(K) with company match

Tuition Assistance

Career development opportunities

Student Loan Forgiveness Program

Qualifications

• MHTs provide clerical and patient care activities under RN supervision.
• Manage behavioral problems and facilitate education and activity groups.

Responsibilities

• Work under RN supervision to support patients with psychiatric conditions.
• Participate actively in treatment teams and manage behavioral issues.

Skills

Patient care

Behavioral management

Education facilitation

Education

High School diploma

CNA certification

Tools

Patient management systems

Job description

Responsibilities

MHT

Per Diem/PRN

*If interested in working on our specialized Military Unit or Women's Unit please let your interviewer know.

Via Linda Behavioral Hospital is an innovative behavioral health hospital offering a full continuum of inpatient and outpatient services to the people of Scottsdale and the greater Phoenix, Arizona metro area. Our 120-bed facility will offer specialized mental health services and substance use treatment for teens, adults, and older adults experiencing issues such as depression, anxiety, personality disorders, and co-occurring addictions.

Visit the site virtually and much more online at: vialindabehavioral.com

Full-time Employee Benefits include:

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
• Life Insurance
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!
• Tuition Assistance after 90 days of employment!
• Student Loan Forgiveness through AZ BHLRP
• More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: benefits.uhsguest.com

Description:

Our MHT's work under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse to provide clerical and patient care activities in the treatment and care of patients with psychiatric and substance abuse conditions. MHT's manage behavioral problems, facilitate education and activity groups, and are active participants of the treatment team.

Qualifications

Requirements:

• High School diploma
• CNA preferred.
• Valid Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance or ability to obtain

About Universal Health Services

One of the nation’s largest and most respected hospital companies, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Steadily growing from a startup to an esteemed Fortune 500 corporation, UHS today has annual revenue