A Mental Health or Psychiatric Technician cares for patients with mental illnesses. Works under the direction of a physician and works with specialists involved in mental health care, such as psychiatrists and therapists. Monitors patient symptoms and administers medications. Works in a mental health facility or in a hospital or other healthcare facility.
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A Day in the LIFE of a Mental Heatlth Technician Mental Health Technician (Full-Time) 12-Hour Day or Night Shifts |
West Memphis, AR Shift Options:
6:00 AM - 6:00 PM (Days) 6:00 PM - 6:00 AM (Nights) Make a Difference Every Day Perimeter Behavioral Hospital of West Memphis is seeking compassionate, dependable, and energetic Mental Health Technicians (Youth Care Workers) to join our team. If you're looking for a rewarding career where you can positively impact the lives of children and adolescents, we'd love to meet you. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals interested in behavioral health, psychology, social work, counseling, nursing, criminal justice, education, or human services. Whether you're beginning your healthcare career or bringing experience in patient care, you'll receive the training and support needed to succeed. What You'll Do As a Mental Health Technician, you'll play a vital role in creating a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment for our patients.
Responsibilities include:
Build positive, supportive relationships with children and adolescents receiving behavioral health treatment. Provide continuous supervision and ensure patient safety throughout the shift. Conduct scheduled patient observation rounds and accurately document behaviors. Assist patients with daily living activities and encourage independence. Teach, model, and reinforce positive coping skills, communication, and appropriate social behaviors. Escort patients to meals, therapy sessions, recreation, and other activities. Help maintain a clean, organized, and therapeutic treatment environment. Collaborate with nurses, therapists, physicians, and other members of the treatment team. Participate in crisis intervention and therapeutic de-escalation when necessary. Safely perform physical interventions or restraints when required (paid training provided). Qualifications Required High school diploma or GED Must be 21 years of age or older Ability to work 12-hour shifts on a rotating schedule Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, lift, push, and pull as required to safely assist patients and perform crisis interventions Strong communication skills and a passion for helping others Preferred One (1) year of experience in a behavioral health, psychiatric, residential treatment, hospital, assisted living, or healthcare setting Military Corpsman experience Education or work experience in Psychology, Human Services, Social Work, Criminal Justice, Nursing, Education, or related fields Why Join Perimeter Healthcare? At Perimeter Healthcare, you'll do more than have a job—you'll build a meaningful career helping young people heal, grow, and succeed. We invest in our employees through training, teamwork, and opportunities for advancement.
Benefits Include:
Competitive pay Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Company-paid Life Insurance 401(k) with Company Match Paid Time Off (PTO) Supplemental Insurance Options Employee Assistance Program Ongoing training and professional development Career advancement opportunities within a growing behavioral healthcare organization About Perimeter Healthcare Perimeter Healthcare is one of the nation's leading providers of behavioral and mental healthcare services. Our mission is to deliver hope through compassionate, evidence-based treatment programs for children, adolescents, and adults. We operate inpatient psychiatric hospitals, residential treatment centers, and outpatient programs across multiple states, providing life-changing care in a supportive environment. If you're compassionate, dependable, and ready to make a lasting impact on the lives of children and families, we encourage you to apply today. Join our team and help create brighter futures—one child at a time. Equal Employment Opportunity Perimeter Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
