Summary

The Mental Health Technician will assist in the direct care and management of patients across all age ranges with medical and behavioral issues as directed by the treatment team. The Mental Health Technician will also assist with unit programming to facilitate the carryover of therapy issues, leisure activities, and activities of daily living within the functional ability of patients and with consideration for the patient’s level of growth & development.

Job description

Position Summary

The Mental Health Technician will assist in the direct care and management of patients across all age ranges with medical and behavioral issues as directed by the treatment team. The Mental Health Technician will also assist with unit programming to facilitate the carryover of therapy issues, leisure activities, and activities of daily living within the functional ability of patients and with consideration for the patient’s level of growth & development.

Knowledge and Skills

Displays an understanding of the basic concepts of safe, supportive, nurturing, & therapeutic human interactions.
Demonstrates understanding of program & philosophy & is able to interpret & implement patient care.
Displays an active interest in learning. Demonstrates creativity & problem solving skills.
Demonstrates leadership by training new employees.
Effectively interacts with patients, peers, & families.
Demonstrates ability to follow behavior program.
Actively supervises therapeutic & recreational activities.
Understands & practices effective motivational techniques.
Demonstrates consistent ability to problem-solve & communicate clearly, both verbally & in writing.
Demonstrates regular, required attendance.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent
Prefer bachelor's degree or college courses in health care, mental health, recreational therapy, education, or human growth & development
One year's experience as a nurse's aide, mental health aide, psych aide, or equivalent in a rehabilitation, psychiatric, or similar setting
Current North Carolina Driver's License
Current CPR Certification (American Health Association Healthcare Provider)
CPI Certification
Preferred: CNA, RBT, or BHT certification

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.