Residential Treatment Center MHT/ BHT

Reno Behavioral Healthcare Hospital; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Clinical Supervision

Tuition reimbursement

Paid Holidays

Paid time off

Pet insurance

Vision insurance

Job summary

Reno Behavioral Healthcare Hospital is seeking mental health technicians (MHT) to provide therapeutic support and direct patient care for youth in Flourish, our Psychiatric Residential Treatment Program. The MHT will implement treatment plans, monitor safety, and deliver compassionate care for female teens with emotional or psychiatric disorders in a locked, secure setting.

Flourish is Nevada's only program of its kind, accredited by CMS and The Joint Commission.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• CPR certification before completion of new hire orientation.
• Therapeutic Options before completion of new hire orientation.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care and therapeutic support for youth in Flourish.
• Assist in implementation of treatment plans and maintain safety.
• Deliver compassionate care while ensuring the well-being of patients.

Skills

Medical terminology familiarity

Behavior management principles

Professional boundaries

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CPR certification

Job description

Reno Behavioral Healthcare Hospital is currently seeking mental health technicians (MHT) to provide therapeutic support and direct patient care for youth and adolescents with emotional or psychiatric disorders in our Psychiatric Residential Treatment Program. As an MHT you will play a vital role in supporting patients during their recovery journey by providing direct care in a therapeutic setting, assisting in implementation of treatment plans, and providing attentive, compassionate care while ensuring the safety and well-being of patients. Our residential treatment program, Flourish, is the only program of its kind in Nevada. Our facility is exclusively for female teens with serious psychiatric and emotional problems. Our 21-bed program is in a locked facility providing individualized care in a safe, secure environment. Flourish is accredited by CMS and The Joint Commission, the highest authorities in healthcare. We are committed to a supportive environment, and our professional team of staff are carefully selected to provide the very best in mental health care and service to patients and family members.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• CPR prior to completion of new hire orientation
• Therapeutic Options prior to completion of new hire orientation

Knowledge and Experience

• Familiarity with medical and psychological terminology and human behavior principles preferred
• Experience with therapeutic limit-setting or other behavior management modalities helpful
• Must maintain professional boundaries

Why Join Us?

• Growth Opportunities: We offer paid clinical internships, consultation groups and room for career advancement.
• Focus on Teamwork: We understand that when it comes to behavioral health, the road to recovery is a journey and a team effort. Patient care is coordinated through interdisciplinary teams who collaborate together for the best patient outcomes. For therapists, private practice can feel like you’re on an island. We engage in face to face case consultations and easy access to leadership so therapists are fully supported as a valued member of a team.
• Community Engagement: We collaborate with a multitude of community partners to foster connection and teamwork on a community level.

Benefits

• 401K
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Paid Clinical Supervision
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid Holidays
• Paid time off
• Pet insurance
• Vision insurance

Schedule

• 12 hour shift
• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift/Grave shift