Mental Health Technician - PRN / Per Diem

UHS

Kouts (IN)

On-site

USD 36,000 - 48,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

Universal Health Services (UHS) Midwest Center for Youth and Families in Indiana is seeking a Mental Health Technician for full-time hours. The program serves youths 10-18 in a DBT-focused residential setting, with per diem/PRN options and weekend scheduling available.

The MHT will support safety, treatment plans, and group activities in a structured clinical environment. Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED, with preferred related degrees and prior behavioral health experience.

Qualifications

High School diploma or GED required; Associates or Bachelor’s degree preferred in a related field.
Prior behavioral health/psychiatric work experience required; 1 year in a psychiatric setting with youth aged 10-18 preferred.
College student pursuing a degree in behavioral health, psychology, nursing or human services is preferred

Responsibilities

Ensure a safe and therapeutic environment.
Implement elements of the treatment plan and identified interventions to provide quality care.
Document and communicate client behaviors.
Follow clinical and unit programming.
Assist with patient groups and activities.
Provide DBT skills coaching with patients.

Skills

Empathy

Crisis intervention

DBT skills coaching

Communication

Education

High School diploma or GED

Associates or Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Responsibilities

Mental Health Technician Opportunity - PRN / Per Diem

Midwest Center for Youth and Families (a subsidiary of UHS) has been in operation since 1997, serving youth across the country that are in need of psychiatric treatment for variety of mental health issues. The Midwest Center is a respected healthcare provider, fully accredited, 74-bed private, residential treatment facility with locations in Valparaiso and Kouts, IN. We are dedicated to care of the hearts and minds of our patients with compassion and superior quality behavioral healthcare services through our full-immersion Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) program for children and adolescents ages 10 - 18 who struggle with emotional, behavioral and mental health challenges. Join us as the leaders providing service excellence to patients, their families and each other!

Website: https://midwest-center.com/

The Mental Health Technician (MHT) is a vital part of Midwest Center for Youth and Families’ treatment team. This is a full time, 40 hour per week position. Available schedules include every Sunday - Thursday and every Tuesday - Saturday. There is a competitive shift differential for the evening, night, and weekend shifts. Midwest Center is accepting applications for individuals looking for a Per Diem / PRN position. PRN requires working 1 weekday and 1 weekend day per biweekly pay period.

Who You Are

It’s the opportunity to make a difference that drives you. It's taking the time to really listen to a patient so you can do your best to help. It's the camaraderie among professionals who push you further than you ever thought you could go. You are physically and mentally fit and have what it takes to care for patients of all ages. You are as equally diligent and attentive during quiet times as you are a in a crisis situation. You are a highly empathetic individual with a high level of emotional and social intelligence. Your satisfaction comes from a patient’s noticeable progress or a sincere word of thanks from your patient's family. It's these experiences that solidify your dedication to helping others.

As a Mental Health Health Technician, you will:

Ensure a safe and therapeutic environment
Implement elements of treatment plan and identified interventions to provide quality care
Document and communicate client behaviors
Follow clinical and unit programming
Assist with patient groups and activities
Provide DBT skills coaching with patients
Maintain therapeutic boundaries and utilize crisis intervention techniques

About Universal Health Services

Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS) is one of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services. Since our founding in 1979, UHS has grown steadily into a premier Fortune 500® corporation perennially recognized by multiple esteemed national rating entities. Through its subsidiaries, UHS operates inpatient acute care facilities, inpatient behavioral health facilities, outpatient and other facilities, nationwide virtual behavioral health services, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services with physical locations in the U.S., Puerto Rico, Ireland and United Kingdom. www.uhs.com.

Qualifications

Requirements

High School diploma or GED required; Associates degree or Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred
Prior behavioral health / psychiatric work experience required. One year of experience working in a psychiatric setting with patients aged 10-18yrs preferred
College student who has obtained or are pursuing their degree in behavioral health, psychology, nursing or human services are preferred

EEO Statement

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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