Mental Health Technician — No Degree Needed, Growth & Impact

Universal Health Services, Inc.; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Universal Health Services, Inc. seeks a Mental Health Technician to assist in direct patient care and support behavioral health needs across all ages. You will work with the treatment team and help run unit programming to reinforce therapy goals.

The role requires compassion, reliable attendance, and relevant healthcare experience; a high school diploma is required with CPR and CPI certifications preferred.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent or combination of education/experience.
• Bachelor's degree or college courses in health care, mental health, recreational therapy, education, or human growth & development preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in direct care and management of patients across all age ranges as directed by the treatment team.
• Assist with unit programming to facilitate carryover of therapy issues, leisure activities, and activities of daily living.
• Support the patient care plan and follow the behavior program as required.
• Actively participate in supervising therapeutic and recreational activities.

Skills

Therapeutic interactions

Program philosophy

Lifelong learning

Leadership training

Patient communication

Behavior program

Activity supervision

Motivational techniques

Communication skills

Attendance

Education

HS diploma

Higher education preferred

Job description

Universal Health Services, Inc. seeks a Mental Health Technician to assist in direct patient care and support behavioral health needs across all ages. You will work with the treatment team and help run unit programming to reinforce therapy goals.

The role requires compassion, reliable attendance, and relevant healthcare experience; a high school diploma is required with CPR and CPI certifications preferred.