Mental Health Technician

Position Summary

As a Mental Health Technician, you will work directly with patients in our inpatient behavioral health hospital, providing support, encouragement, and supervision while helping maintain a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment. You will work alongside nurses, therapists, physicians, and other members of the treatment team to promote patient safety, recovery, and overall well-being.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care and supervision throughout each shift.
• Obtain vital signs and observe patients for changes in behavior or condition.
• Conduct routine safety rounds and accurately document patient observations.
• Aid with admissions, patient orientation, and discharge processes.
• Support patients with daily activities while encouraging healthy coping and life skills.
• Utilize verbal de-escalation techniques to assist patients experiencing emotional or behavioral crises.
• Escort patients to activities, appointments, and treatment areas as needed.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and therapeutic treatment environment.
• Communicate patient concerns and behavioral changes promptly to the nursing team.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary treatment team to support individualized patient care.

Qualifications

• Candidates must meet one of the following qualifications:
• - High school diploma or GED and at least one (1) year of direct care experience working with behavioral health or psychiatric patients.
• - One (1) year of military Corpsman experience.
• - Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Social Work, or a related behavioral health field with experience working with mental health patients.
• - Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) with previous behavioral health or psychiatric patient care experience.

Additional Requirements

• Current Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) certification.
• Ability to obtain Handle With Care certification during orientation.
• Ability to work assigned 12-hour shifts, including rotating weekends.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to remain calm and professional in fast-paced situations.

Schedule

Full-Time
Day Shift Available
Night Shift Available
Rotating weekends required

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Life insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Supplemental insurance options
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Supportive team environment
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement

Why Join Perimeter Healthcare?

At Perimeter Behavioral Hospital of Dallas, you'll become part of a team that is passionate about changing lives through compassionate behavioral healthcare. Every interaction you have with our patients helps create a safe environment where healing, hope, and recovery can begin.

Application

Apply today and become part of a team that's making a difference every day.

About the Role

We are currently seeking Full-Time Mental Health Technicians (MHTs) to join our team. We have day and night shift opportunities available for compassionate, dependable individuals who are passionate about behavioral healthcare and making a positive impact in the lives of others.

Perimeter Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all applicants and employees are treated with dignity and respect. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.