Mental Health Tech (KIDS) - Evening Shift

Responsibilities

Millwood Hospital is a 134-bed mental health facility that provides inpatient and outpatient mental health and chemical dependency treatment. The primary function of the Mental Health Technician (MHT) is to ensure patient safety. The MHT is an active part of the treatment team, providing continuous patient care, supervision, interaction, and role modeling to patients ranging in age from preschool through geriatrics, depending on the unit assigned.

MHTs work under the direction of a Registered Nurse.

Shift

Summary:

KIDS UNIT – Evenings (3 p‑11 p). Shifts may vary. Must attend full hospital and departmental orientations:
Week 1:
Monday‑Friday 8 a.m.–5 p.m.;
Week 2:
Monday–Tuesday 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive compensation and generous paid time off
• Excellent medical, dental, vision and prescription drug plans
• 401(k) with company match and discounted stock plan
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ subsidiaries

• Education: High school degree or equivalent required. Certified Nursing Assistant preferred. Degree from an accredited college/university in social work, recreational therapy or appropriate therapeutic discipline preferred.
• Experience: Two years of related experience, with knowledge of psychiatric patient care techniques and understanding of mental illness, preferred.
• Licensure: Must maintain a valid driver’s license in the applicable state.
• Additional Requirements: Successful completion of Crisis Prevention Intervention training before unit orientation and prior to assisting with restraining procedures. Successful certification through American Red Cross or American Heart Association for CPR before taking an independent patient assignment. May be asked to work overtime and flexible hours.

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