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Benchmark Behavioral Health Systems
Mental Health Technician (MHT/BHT)
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
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What they do
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.
$40,011 / year median in Utah
+23% projected growth
Job Description
Responsibilities You can
HELP CHANGE LIVES
as a Mental/Behavioral Health Tech @ Benchmark Move forward with a career that provides purpose and meaning- helping today's youth improve the quality of their lives. Your work will help transform lives while also providing career development opportunities for you! Hourly rates from $17.00
- $22.00 per hour based on education and relevant experience PLUS generous additional pay of $2.00 to $4.00 per hour depending on the day and shift
- see below for shift details Are you drawn to helping young people who may be struggling with life or past trauma and abuse?
TRAUMA INFORMED CARE APPROACH
to working with adolescents. We will teach you how to apply these principles in an effective and positive manner so you can help us change lives!YOUR BENEFITS WILL INCLUDE
Comprehensive PAID training program Full benefits coverage on your 31st day of employment 40 hours of Paid Time Off by your 90th day of employment Double time for holidays (the big 6) Generous Shift Differential- Additional $$$ per hour depending on your shift Educational Assistance Reimbursement
- 3,000 tax free annually 401k with Company match + discounted stock purchase plan FREE delicious and healthy meals while at work & FREE parking Your role as a Behavioral Health Tech (BHT/MHT) provides services to our residents through: Active Engagement
- Assisting with psycho-educational groups, physical activities, therapeutic and scholastic assignments and coaching pro social skills by modeling healthy relationship building skills. Empathy and Trauma Informed Care
- Compassionate listening and re-directing negativity to ensure the resident feels safe which helps them towards healing past trauma. Modeling and Coaching
- Working together in a collaborative environment with their peers helps promote pro-social skills and improves their self-esteem. Safety and Security
- Consistent engagement and supervision of the residents is a priority that will ensure safety and provides much needed routines.
FULL TIME SHIFTS AVAILABLE
AM Shift:
Sun- Thurs (6am
- 2pm) + $4.
Sunday PM Shift:
Tues- Sat (2pm
- 10pm) + $2.
Fri & Sat Weekend Shift:
Friday & Saturday (6am-2pm), Sun & Monday (2pm-10pm) PLUS choose your 5th (8hr) shift + $4.00 per hr shift differential on Fri, Sat & Sun & $2.00 onMonday Grave Shift:
Wed- Sat (10pm
- 6am) + $3.
GED REQUIRED
; Bachelors' degree preferred, but not required , in a human service field or working toward a degree MUST be at least 21 years of age or older to apply MUST be able to pass a criminal history background check and drug screen Resiliency- being able to manage stress in a dynamic environment Consistency
- being a dependable and consistent presence that our residents can count on EEO Statement
- We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success .
- At UHS and all our subsidiaries, our Human Resources departments and recruiters are here to help prospective candidates by matching skill set and experience with the best possible career path at UHS and our subsidiaries.