TECH - MH/BH (NO DEGREE)

Meridell Achievement Center; Liberty Hill (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Professional growth opportunities

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

Meridell Achievement Center is seeking a compassionate Mental Health Technician to provide direct care and supervision for children and adolescents in a residential setting. You will support daily living activities, monitor mood, assist with transport, and collaborate with the treatment team to implement individualized plans, while prioritizing safety and family education.

Requirements include a high school diploma (some college preferred), valid Texas driver's license, and ability to pass

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent, some college preferred.
• Must be 21 years old or older.
• Valid Texas Driver's License and good driving record.
• Ability to pass a drug screen and state background test.
• Experience with children and adolescents in a mental health setting is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized support to children and adolescents, including daily living activities and medication administration.
• Monitor patient behavior, mood, and emotional state and report changes to the treatment team.
• Assist with patient transportation to appointments and activities as needed.
• Ensure patient safety and well-being, monitor sleep patterns, and respond to emergencies.
• Collaborate with the treatment team to develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
• Provide education and support to patients and families on mental health, coping strategies, and life skills.

Skills

Drug screen

Background check

Patient care basics

Education

High School graduate or equivalent (some college preferred)

Job description

Responsibilities

Make a Difference in the Lives of Children and Adolescents!

We're seeking a highly motivated and compassionate Mental Health Technician (MHT) to join our team at Meridell Achievement Center! As an MHT, you'll play a crucial role in providing direct care services and supervision to our patients, helping them achieve their goals and overcome challenges.

Your Impact:

• Provide individualized support to children and adolescents, including assistance with daily living activities, meal preparation, and medication administration


• Monitor patient behavior, mood, and emotional state, and report any changes or concerns to the treatment team


• Assist with patient transportation to and from appointments and activities as needed


• Ensure patient safety and well-being at all times, including monitoring patient sleep patterns and responding to any emergency situations


• Work collaboratively with the treatment team to develop and implement individualized treatment plans


• Provide education and support to patients and their families on mental health issues, coping strategies, and life skills

Qualifications

What You'll Bring:

• High School graduate or equivalent (some college preferred)


• Valid Texas Driver's License and a good driving record (for transports with patients)


• Must be 21 years old or older to apply


• Ability to pass a drug screen and state background test


• Experience working with children and adolescents in a mental health setting (a plus!)

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package


• Opportunities for professional growth and development


• Collaborative and supportive work environment


• Flexible scheduling, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed


• Make a real difference in the lives of children and adolescents!

Who We Are

Meridell Achievement Center is a nationally recognized private residential treatment facility that specializes in providing exceptional care for children and adolescents with emotional, behavioral, and neurobehavioral problems for over 60 years. We offer evidence-based treatment and compassionate care through tailored inpatient and outpatient services, with a mission to provide safe, effective, and compassionate mental health and substance use treatment.

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