PRN- Mental Health Tech

Universal Health Services, Inc.; DeSoto (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Universal Health Services, Inc. is hiring a Mental Health Technician at Hickory Trail Hospital, located in DeSoto, Texas. This role involves providing direct care and supervision to patients on assigned units while implementing therapeutic interventions as part of a treatment team.

The ideal candidate will have a High School Diploma or relevant certification, experience in mental health care, and a valid Texas driver's license. This position supports 24/7 care and may require flexible hours.

Qualifications

• One year of related experience in mental health care.
• Valid driver's license in Texas is required.
• Successful completion of training and CPR certification within 30 days.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care and supervision to patients.
• Implement therapeutic interventions developed by the treatment team.
• Conduct patient safety checks to ensure well-being.

Skills

Psychiatric patient care techniques

Monitoring patient boundaries

Conducting safety checks

Education

High School Degree or equivalent

Certified Nursing Assistant preferred

Degree in social work or recreational therapy

Job description

Responsibilities

PRN - Mental Health Technician (Hiring for all shifts)

Hickory Trail Hospital, an 86-bed behavioral health facility located just south of Dallas, has been providing quality health care to the residents of DFW since 1988. Hickory Trail Hospital provides inpatient and day treatment for children, adolescents, adults, and senior adults. Our professional staff individualizes care to uniquely fit the intensity and severity of each client’s case and their family’s needs. Because crisis occurs at all times of the day and night, our services are provided 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. We are also a proud supporter of the National Action Alliance for Suicide Prevention.

Visit us online at https://www.hickorytrail.com/

Position Summary

The Mental Health Technician (MHT), under the direction of a Registered Nurse, is an active member of the patient treatment team and will provide care to patients. The MHT implements the therapeutic interventions developed by the treatment team for each patient and maintains awareness of patient’s individualized plan of care (including goals and interventions).

• Provides direct care and supervision to patients on assigned unit
• Monitors and intervenes to maintain appropriate patient boundaries
• Conduct patient safety checks

Qualifications

• Education: High School Degree or equivalent preferred; or Certified Nursing Assistant preferred; Degree from an accredited college or university in social work, recreational therapy or appropriate therapeutic discipline.
• Experience: One year of related experience, with knowledge of psychiatric patient care techniques with understanding of mental illness, preferred.
• Licensure: Must maintain a valid driver’s license in the State of Texas.
• Additional Requirements: Successful completion of Management Aggressive Behavior Training (CPI) and Service Excellence Training and CPR certification within 30 days of employment. Certifications may be obtained during new hire orientation. MHT’s may be required to work weekends, overtime and have flexible hours.

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.

We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.