Night-Shift Mental Health Technician

Universal Hospital Services Inc.; Tequesta (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Excellent medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) with company match

Generous paid time off

Pet insurance

Job summary

Universal Hospital Services Inc. is looking for a full-time Mental Health Technician (MHT) to join their team at SandyPines Residential Treatment Center. The role involves providing continuous supervision and support to patients, leading therapeutic groups, and participating in crisis intervention.

The position requires at least a high school diploma and one year of experience in a healthcare setting. BLS certification is needed, and the job entails 12-hour shifts from 7 PM to 7:30 AM.

Competitive compensation and excellent benefits such as medical and dental coverage, 401(k) matching, and generous paid time off are offered.

Qualifications

• At least one year in a healthcare or behavioral health setting preferred.
• Must maintain Crisis Prevention Intervention training.
• Ability to communicate effectively and provide high-quality patient care.

Responsibilities

• Provide continuous patient care supervision.
• Lead therapeutic patient groups and conduct Q15 rounds.
• Participate in crisis intervention situations.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to prioritize workload

Problem-solving in fast-paced environments

Education

High school graduate or equivalent

Tools

BLS certification

Job description

SandyPines Residential Treatment Center is a 149‑bed residential psychiatric facility serving children and adolescents aged 5 to 17, located in South Florida, near Jonathan Dickinson State Park and the Atlantic Ocean.

Responsibilities

The Mental Health Technician (MHT), under the direction of a Registered Nurse, is an active member of the patient treatment team and will provide the following to patients whose ages range from adolescent through geriatrics, dependent upon specific units worked: milieu management and continuous patient care supervision, interactions & role modeling to patients; ensure a safe environment, lead therapeutic MHT patient groups; conduct Q15 rounds and one‑to‑one patient supervision as well as participate in crisis intervention situations as needed. Follow the therapeutic interventions outlined by the treatment team for each patient and maintain awareness of the patient’s individualized plan of care including goals and interventions.

Qualifications

Education/Training

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• At least one (1) year of previous experience in a healthcare setting and/or previous behavioral health experience strongly preferred.

Knowledge and Skills

• Current BLS certification required.
• Must complete and maintain training Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) (aggression management, crisis intervention and restraint training). Training may be obtained during new hire orientation.
• Must pass competency exams within 90 days of hire.
• May be required to work overtime and flexible hours.
• Must be able to prioritize workload, effectively multi‑task and problem‑solve in a fast‑paced environment. Excellent listening, communication, prioritization and follow‑through skills with strong focus on providing high‑quality patient care.

Physical Requirements

Continuous verbal and written communication, hearing ordinary conversation. Occasionally hearing high‑pitched or low‑pitched sounds. Continuous firm/simple grasping and fine manipulating of both hands.

Job Details

Mental Health Technician (MHT) – Full Time

12‑Hour Shifts (7 pm - 7:30 am)

Benefits

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its subsidiaries
• Competitive compensation
• Excellent medical, dental, vision and prescription drug plan
• 401(k) with company match and discounted stock plan
• Generous paid time off
• Pet insurance
• More information is available on our benefits guest website: uhsguest.com

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