Mental Health Technician

Job summary
Mental Health Technician (MHT) responsible for direct care and supervision for residentsAssist in providing recreational and therapeutic activities for residentsReport to the Milieu Manager under the direction of the Chief Nursing Officer
Job seniority: entry level
Responsibilities
• Provide direct care and supervision for residents• Ensure residents are kept safe and practice appropriate hygiene and self-help skills• Act as a role model for residents and demonstrate effective problem solving and decision-making skills• Assist in providing recreational and therapeutic activities for residents• Transport residents to and from medical appointments• Ensure scheduled programming is carried out• Perform duties in accordance with ANA Standards of Practice for Psychiatric Mental Health Care• Report to the Milieu Manager under the direction of the Chief Nursing Officer
Requirements
• High school diploma or equivalent required• Bachelor's Degree in Psychology or related field preferred• Six (6) months to one (1) year of experience working with a psychiatric in-patient population preferred• Excellent customer service skills required• Must be at least 21 years of age• Successfully complete a drug test• Successfully pass a national background check• The ideal candidate is dependable, empathetic, compassionate, and reliable
Key Skills Needed
• Excellent customer service skills
Benefits
• Shift Differential for applicable shifts• Competitive Compensation and Generous Paid Time Off• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Plan• Employee Assistance Program available for employees and family• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan• Basic Life Insurance and Optional supplemental life insurance• Referral Bonus Options• Career development opportunities across UHS and over 300 locations• Challenging and rewarding work environment