Mental Health Technician - Per Diem/PRN
Via Linda Behavioral Hospital is an innovative behavioral health hospital offering a full continuum of inpatient and outpatient services to the people of Scottsdale and the greater Phoenix, Arizona metro area. Our 120-bed facility provides specialized mental health services and substance use treatment for teens, adults, and older adults experiencing issues such as depression, anxiety, personality disorders, and co-occurring addictions.
About the role
Our Mental Health Technicians (MHTs) work under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse to provide clerical and patient care activities in the treatment and care of patients with psychiatric and substance abuse conditions. MHTs manage behavioral problems, facilitate education and activity groups, and are active participants of the treatment team. If interested in working on our specialized Military Unit or Women's Unit, please let your interviewer know.
Responsibilities
- Provide clerical and patient care activities under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
- Manage behavioral problems in patients with psychiatric and substance abuse conditions.
- Facilitate education and activity groups.
- Actively participate as a member of the treatment team.
Requirements
- High School diploma.
- CNA preferred.
- Valid Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance or ability to obtain.
Benefits
- Challenging and rewarding work environment.
- Competitive compensation and generous paid time off.
- Excellent medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans.
- Life insurance.
- 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan.
- SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program.
- Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ subsidiaries.
- Tuition assistance after 90 days of employment.
- Student Loan Forgiveness through AZ BHLRP.
More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: benefits.uhsguest.com.
About the company
Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) is one of the nation’s largest and most respected hospital companies, recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune. UHS is ranked #276 on the Fortune 500 and listed #275 in Forbes' inaugural ranking of America’s Top 500 Public Companies, with annual revenue nearing $10 billion.