Mental Health Technician - PRN/Per Diem | DBT for Youth

Universal Health Services Inc.; Indiana; On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Midwest Center for Youth and Families, a subsidiary of Universal Health Services, seeks a Mental Health Technician in Indiana. This PRN/Per Diem and full-time role supports youth ages 10-18 in a 74-bed residential DBT program.

Responsibilities include maintaining a safe environment, implementing treatment elements, and coaching DBT skills. Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED with Behavioral Health experience; college students in related fields are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required; higher degree preferred.
• Experience in behavioral health/psychiatric settings requested.
• College students pursuing related degrees are welcome.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe and therapeutic environment for youth.
• Assist with treatment plans and interventions.
• Document and communicate client behaviors clearly.
• Follow clinical and unit programming guidelines.
• Assist with patient groups and activities.
• Provide DBT skills coaching to patients.
• Maintain boundaries and apply crisis intervention techniques.

Skills

Behavioral health experience

Empathy

Communication skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Associate or Bachelor's preferred

Job description

Midwest Center for Youth and Families, a subsidiary of Universal Health Services, seeks a Mental Health Technician in Indiana. This PRN/Per Diem and full-time role supports youth ages 10-18 in a 74-bed residential DBT program.

Responsibilities include maintaining a safe environment, implementing treatment elements, and coaching DBT skills. Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED with Behavioral Health experience; college students in related fields are encouraged to apply.