Lead Mental Health Tech
UHS
Summary
Hermitage Hall (a UHS company) is one of Middle Tennessee's largest stand-alone psychiatric residential treatment Hospitals. Licensed by Tennessee Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services as a mental health residential treatment center for children and youth, Hermitage Hall has provided services to families for over 30 years.
Job description
The Lead Mental Health Tech participates in the development and implementation of clients' behavioral programs by providing care and close supervision of facility clients and documenting behavior, by developing positive relationships with clients and co-workers and following facility policies and procedures, by implementing treatment plans and providing crisis intervention as necessary.
Full-time Shifts
1st Shift- 6:45am-3:15pm
Job Duties and Responsibilities
- Implement individualized treatment plans through continuous line-of-sight supervision.
- Maintain facility safety through close observation, alertness, and proactive risk awareness.
- Promote client participation in individual and group activities with positive guidance and encouragement.
- Complete accurate, timely documentation of client behavior and daily activities.
- Apply and develop counseling skills under clinical supervision in individual or group settings.
- Ensure clients' basic needs are met, including hygiene, clothing, and linens.
- Escort and supervise clients during meals, recreation, education, and medical appointments.
- Respond to crises using de-escalation techniques and sound safety judgment.
- Use effective communication, boundaries, and positive reinforcement to support a healthy peer environment.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education and Experience:
- BS/BA degree and/or one-year direct care experience or supervised practicum in lieu of the experience preferred
- High school diploma (or equivalency) and behavioral health experience in lieu of bachelor's degree.
- Behavioral health and residential setting experience preferred
- Must be at least 21 years of age.
- Must be able to complete a mandatory, two-week new hire orientation (M-F).
- This role requires a full background check including fingerprint, drug screen, and employment verification
Requirements
- BS/BA degree and/or one-year direct care experience or supervised practicum in lieu of the experience preferred
- High school diploma (or equivalency) and behavioral health experience in lieu of bachelor's degree
- Behavioral health and residential setting experience preferred
- Must be at least 21 years of age
- Must be able to complete a mandatory, two-week new hire orientation (M-F)
- Full background check including fingerprint, drug screen, and employment verification
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- 401(k) Matching
- Prescription Drug Plans
- Stock Purchase
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Career Development Opportunities
- Free Meals
Company overview
Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) is one of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, operating as a Fortune 300 corporation headquartered in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1979, UHS has grown into a major healthcare enterprise with approximately 99,000 employees and annual revenues exceeding $14 billion. The company operates through its subsidiaries, managing 29 acute care hospitals, 331 behavioral health facilities, and 60 outpatient and other facilities across 39 U.S. states, Washington D.C., Puerto Rico, and the United Kingdom. UHS provides comprehensive healthcare services including acute care, behavioral health treatment, cancer centers, and ambulatory surgical centers. The company's strategy focuses on building or acquiring high-quality hospitals in rapidly growing markets and investing in advanced medical equipment and skilled personnel to become the leading healthcare provider in each community it serves. UHS is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: UHS) and has established a strong reputation for delivering compassionate, high-quality care while maintaining financial stability and operational excellence.