Mental Health Technician (FRIDAY - MONDAY)
UHS
Summary
Brentwood Behavioral Healthcare is hiring Mental Health Technicians (MHT). We are currently hiring for a full-time weekend position working Friday through Monday, with opportunities available on the following shifts: Evening Shift: 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM; Overnight Shift: 11:00 PM – 7:00 AM. Enjoy an additional shift differential of up to $6.00 per hour! MUST be available to attend the Full Hospital and Departmental orientation: 1 WEEK: MONDAY - FRIDAY (8 AM - 5 PM).
Job description
Position Summary
Provides care to patients in a manner that promotes safety, comfort, and the therapeutic environment. Assists patients with activities of daily living; attends to patient behavioral problems and aids in crisis intervention, as needed. Works closely with all other clinical staff (Activity therapists, Social Workers, Nurses) to conduct various groups within the patient program. Plays an integral part of assuring that the patient program schedule is conducted as planned by the staff team.
Job Duties Include
- Supervises and assist patients with activities of daily living (ADL) (hygiene, meals, laundry) as needed.
- Actively supervise patients in all daily activities while documenting patients’ behaviors, conditions & progress in a manner prescribed by policy and clinical standards.
- Ensure programing is occurring according to schedule.
- Take and record vital signs, both manually and with equipment.
- Follow the therapeutic interventions outlined by the treatment team for each patient and maintain awareness of patient's individualized plan of care including goals and intervention.
Requirements
- High school graduate or equivalent
- Bachelor’s Degree in Mental Health related field (preferred)
- Two years of experience in the mental health field (psychiatric/inpatient or outpatient setting) (preferred)
Benefits
- Paid time off
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Prescription drug plans
- 401(k) with company match
- Discounted stock plan
- SoFi student loan refinancing
- Career development opportunities
- Pet insurance
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.