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Mental Health Technician / Direct Support Professional

Perimeter Healthcare

#Behavioral Health #Assisted Living #Documentation #Patient Care #Nursing #Crisis Intervention #Human Services #Social Work #Psychology #Direct Support Professional #Mental Health Technician #Life Skills

Full Time On Site 0-2 yrsPosted 1 month agoCloses Jul 21

Location

Forrest City, Arkansas

Quick overview

The Mental Health Technician is responsible for providing continuous patient care, including behavioral assessment, monitoring, and daily living support. They also maintain a safe, therapeutic environment and perform physical interventions or restraints when necessary.

Requirements summary

Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent and at least one year of related experience in a residential, hospital, or assisted living setting. Applicants must be at least 21 years of age and capable of performing physical tasks such as bending, lifting, and restraining.

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Job description

Perimeter Behavioral of Forrest City, Arkansas has an immediate opening for a Mental Health Technician/Youth Care Worker! This is a great entry-level position in psychology/behavioral health! If you are seeking a career opportunity or desire to change a child's life, apply today! Our Mental Health Technician responsibilities include some of the following: Care for our patients daily by assessing behavior, escorting them, and interacting with them continuously throughout the shift. Conduct direct observation rounds during assigned shift and document patient’s behavior. · Model and teach appropriate life skills to the patients. · Orient the patients to the unit and assist them with daily living skills. · Provide a safe, clean and therapeutic environment.
Provide physical restraint or intervention if appropriate. Training will be provided. Qualifications for the Mental Health Technician should include the following: Education: High School Degree or equivalent is required. It is preferred to have educational or work experience in psychology, human service, nursing, or social work environments.

Experience

At least one (1) year of related experience in a assisted living, residential, or hospital setting. Psychiatric experience preferred or (1) year experience as a Corpsman in the Military.

Schedule

If working full time, must be able to work a rotation of 4 days on/2 days off.
Hours will be
Days: 7:00 am-3:00pm,
Evening: 3:00pm-11:00pm,
Overnight: 11:00 pm-7:00 am.

Physical

Must be able to bend, stoop, kneel, lift, push and pull to perform restraints. Minimum Age - Must be at least 21 years of age.
Our benefits include the following: · Service excellence and fulfilling work environment. · 401(k) plan and company match · Health Insurance · Dental Insurance · Vision Insurance · Life Insurance · Paid Time Off · Supplemental Insurance Plans Available Perimeter Healthcare is one of the leading mental and behavioral health care providers in the country. We deliver hope to our patients through the delivery of comprehensive and dedicated treatment programs. Our focus and commitment on service excellence is available across several states and different care settings. Our team ensures you receive the required care that you or your loved one needs. We offer several settings for our patients including inpatient psychiatric hospitals, residential treatment centers as well as outpatient counseling and therapies. EEO We are committed to providing an environment of diversity and inclusion where equal opportunities are available to all applicants and fellow employees. Perimeter Behavioral Health is an equal opportunity employer regarding all recruitment, training, and selection process within the company regarding race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, and gender identity, genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. #INDFC