Youth Care Technician – Entry-Level Mental Health Support

Perimeter Healthcare; Jackson (TN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan and company match

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Supplemental Insurance Plans Available

Job summary

Perimeter Behavioral of Jackson, TN is seeking a Mental Health Technician/Youth Care Worker to support patients in daily activities and behavioral health treatment within our facility.

Responsibilities include observing and documenting patient behavior, escorting patients, teaching life skills, ensuring a safe environment, and performing restraints if needed with training provided. Must be 21+, and schedule involves rotating days (6:45am–7:15pm).

Qualifications

• Education: High School Degree or equivalent is required; preferred background in psychology, human services, nursing, or social work.
• Experience: At least 1 year in assisted living, residential, or hospital setting; psychiatric experience preferred or 1 year as a Corpsman in the Military.
• Schedule: If FT, rotation of 3 on/2 off or 2 on/3 off; Days 6:45am-7:15pm.
• Physical: Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, lift, push and pull for restraints.

Responsibilities

• Care for patients daily by assessing behavior, escorting them, and interacting throughout the shift.
• Conduct direct observation rounds and document patient behavior.
• Model and teach life skills; orient patients to unit and assist with daily living activities.
• Provide a safe, clean, therapeutic environment.

Education

High School Degree or equivalent

Job description

Perimeter Behavioral of Jackson, TN is seeking a Mental Health Technician/Youth Care Worker to support patients in daily activities and behavioral health treatment within our facility.

Responsibilities include observing and documenting patient behavior, escorting patients, teaching life skills, ensuring a safe environment, and performing restraints if needed with training provided. Must be 21+, and schedule involves rotating days (6:45am–7:15pm).