MENTAL HEALTH TECH DAYS 8A-8P

Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) is one of the nation’s largest and most respected health care management companies, operating through its subsidiary acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, and ambulatory centers nationwide. Founded in 1978, UHS subsidiaries now have more than 90,000 employees. The UHS business strategy focuses on building or purchasing health care properties in rapidly growing markets, creating a strong franchise through exceptional service and effective cost control. UHS is a Fortune 500 corporation with annual revenues of $10.77 billion in 2018 and has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune.

About the role

Laurel Oaks Behavioral Health Center, a 118-bed acute psychiatric hospital and residential treatment center for children and adolescents ages four through eighteen, is seeking Mental Health Technicians. This 55,000 square foot facility is located on approximately 10 acres in southeast Alabama, near Florida and Georgia. The hospital includes the New Day Academy, a state-supported year-round K-12th grade school with vocational opportunities, and employs approximately 195 staff members.

Mental Health Technicians provide direct patient care to patients with psychiatric disorders in a manner that prioritizes safety, patients’ rights, comfort, and the therapeutic environment. Candidates must be at least 21 years of age to apply.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care to individuals with psychiatric disorders.
• Ensure safety, respect patients’ rights, and maintain a therapeutic environment.
• Facilitate groups with a variety of developmental ages (child, adolescent, adult, and geriatric).

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; associate’s or bachelor’s degree in mental health, psychology, or a related field preferred.
• One to two years of experience in facilitating groups with diverse age groups.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.

Benefits

• 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.