PRN - Mental Health Tech
UHS
Summary
At Hickory Trail Hospital, every role helps create a place where people can find safety, support, and a path forward. We're an 86-bed behavioral health hospital in DeSoto, Texas, proudly serving the Dallas–Fort Worth community since 1988. Through inpatient and outpatient programs, we care for children, adolescents, adults, and older adults. Our team brings compassion, skill, and teamwork to each person's care—and we're looking for people who want their work to make a meaningful impact.
Job description
Make a Difference Where It Matters Most
At Hickory Trail Hospital, every role helps create a place where people can find safety, support, and a path forward. We're an 86-bed behavioral health hospital in DeSoto, Texas, proudly serving the Dallas–Fort Worth community since 1988. Through inpatient and outpatient programs, we care for children, adolescents, adults, and older adults. Our team brings compassion, skill, and teamwork to each person's care—and we're looking for people who want their work to make a meaningful impact.
What You'll Do - Mental Health Tech
As a Mental Health Technician at Hickory Trail Hospital, you'll be on the unit and engaged with patients throughout your shift. MHTs are essential members of the treatment team: they help maintain a safe, structured environment, build supportive relationships, and share the observations nurses need to make informed care decisions. This is a hands-on role that requires patience, attention to detail, teamwork, and the ability to respond calmly when situations change.
Qualifications
- Education: High School Degree or equivalent required; Certified Nursing Assistant preferred; Degree from an accredited college or university in social work, recreational therapy or appropriate therapeutic discipline highly desirable.
- Experience: Two (2) years of related experience, with knowledge of psychiatric patient care techniques with understanding of mental illness, preferred.
- Licensure: CNA Certification Preferred.
- Additional: MHT's may be required to work weekends, overtime and have flexible hours.
Requirements
- High School Degree or equivalent required
- Certified Nursing Assistant preferred
- Degree from an accredited college or university in social work, recreational therapy or appropriate therapeutic discipline highly desirable
- Two (2) years of related experience, with knowledge of psychiatric patient care techniques with understanding of mental illness, preferred
- CNA Certification Preferred
- MHT's may be required to work weekends, overtime and have flexible hours
Benefits
- Competitive Compensation
- Paid Time Off
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Prescription Drug Plans
- 401(k) Matching
- Discounted Stock Plan
- Tuition Savings
- Career Development
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.