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San Marcos Treatment Center

Mental Health Associate

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What they do

A Mental Health Assistant provides basic care and assistance with daily activities to patients with mental illnesses or cognitive disabilities. Helps patients dress and eat, monitors patients' well-being, and restrains patients if they become physically violent. Works in hospitals or mental health care facilities.

$34,471 / year median in Texas

+11% projected growth

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Job Description

Mental Health Associate (MHA)
Job Requirements:
  • ShiftS Available:
  • 6a•2p, 2p•10p and 10p•6a .
Must have weekend shift availability. Our Mental Health Associates (MHA) p osition is on the front lines of treatment for the children in our care. Providing a safe and therapeutic environment, is the primary responsibility to include implementation of the daily program schedule. As a member of the clinical team, accurate clinical and administrative documentation is required as well as communication with co-workers, supervisors, and other team members regarding patient care and safety concerns.
Benefits for our MHA include:
UHS is a Challenging and rewarding work environment Paid training is provided on-site Full and Part Time flexible scheduling Growth and development opportunities within UHS and its subsidiaries Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan 401k plan with company match
Generous Paid Time Off and Extended Leave Hours Education Assistance Program Student Loan Repayment Program Qualifications:
High School Diploma or Equivalent Bachelor's Degree Preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience. Current CPR certification preferred Psychiatric experience preferred (2 years) Must be at least 21 years of age Able to pass a Criminal Background check and Pre-Employment Drug Screening.
Job Types:
Full-time, Part-time Pay:
From $16.67 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Loan repayment program Paid time off Pet insurance Referral program Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Application Question(s): We are monitored by Texas Department of Family & Protective Services (TDFPS) and it is a requirement that all staff must be 21 years old, pass a Criminal History check, Abuse/Neglect check and pass a pre-employment Drug Screening. Please answer yes or no if you are able to meet these requirements.
Education:
High school or equivalent (Required)
Work Location:
In person