Mental Health Technician (MHT)

• Adolescent Residential Behavioral Health $3,200 sign-on bonus for Full-Time (FT).

Our FT positions include Comprehensive Benefits , Generous Paid Time Off, Shift Differential, & Competitive Pay . Opportunity for overtime and to cover various shifts if interested. Liberty Point Behavioral Healthcare is actively seeking dependable & motivated role models skilled in leadership & communication to fulfill the position of Mental Health Specialist. The ideal candidate will have a positive demeanor & sharp attention to detail, will demonstrate consistency & reliability, and must have a heart for helping mentally and behaviorally disabled teenage boys. Liberty Point is located in the heart of the Shenandoah Valley

• a region best known for its natural beauty
• in the charming city of Staunton, Virginia .

We provide trauma-informed psychiatric residential treatment to adolescent males who are experiencing complex emotional, behavioral, & educational difficulties. Our programs are specifically designed for youth with psychiatric disorders and co-occurring intellectual disabilities. We also specialize in working with young men who are diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder. We are a 42-bed facility, and our program prepares our young men for return to a home, a less restrictive environment, or to independent living. Our primary focus is on encouraging constructive change and personal growth, learning positive ways to get appropriate attention, improving behavior choices, developing a sense of responsibility for actions, learning problem-solving skills, and developing thinking patterns that support positive relationships. This is a challenging population; therefore, we strive to create a safe & supportive environment that puts patient care first and values the clinical professions. One of the most rewarding aspects of working at Liberty Point is providing excellent care, comfort, & security to the patients and families you treat at their most vulnerable times. You are never alone, as you are part of a team-based environment of care which includes clinical staff, case management, nurses, doctors, educators, leadership, & direct care personnel who routinely meet to exchange ideas, updates, strategies, & concerns. We want to help you succeed and grow in your profession and enjoy a sense of belonging and trust that comes through your expanding experience. At Liberty Point, you have a voice. We encourage you to visit our website to learn more about us: https://libertypointstaunton.com /

• We try to accommodate shift preference; however, not all shifts are available at all times. We offer flexible scheduling options with no mandates. Hired candidates must be able to commit to a 2-week new employee orientation, approx. 9:30am-5:30pm each day, Monday-Friday. Part-Time and PRN positions do not qualify for sign-on bonus or benefits. (
• _ currently unavailable _
• ) FT 1st Shift
• (7:00am
• 3:30pm)
• required to work every other weekend FT 2nd Shift
• (3:00pm
• 11:30pm)
• required to work every other weekend FT 3rd Shift
• (11:00pm
• 7:30am)
• required to work every other weekend Part-Time or PRN positions may be available for the right candidate Hired candidates must be able to commit to a 2-week new employee orientation, approx.

9:30am-5:30pm each day, Monday-Friday.

Job Description & Essential Duties:

Provide direct supervision, care, daily living skills direction, examples, and demonstration for intellectually disabled adolescents in a residential setting Provide positive & appropriate intervention, limit-setting, response, problem-solving, & guidance when needed Provide effective, accurate, and legible documentation in a timely fashion Demonstrate knowledge, understanding, and follow-thru with resident treatment plans and interventions Respond to children in a caring, mature manner while demonstrating sound professional boundaries with both residents and staff Serve as a role model for residents and other staff Assist in management of aggressive behavior Minimum requirements: Must be at least 21 years of age High School Diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor's Degree in a Human Services field of study preferred Valid driver's license with a clean driving record preferred Successful candidates must also be able to : Lift and carry up to 50 pounds Effectively use the full range of body motion

• sit, bend, kneel, or stand for more than an hour if needed Reflect behavior, attitude, & appearance appropriate to the position and be supportive of the facility and division philosophy, goals, and objectives Successfully complete and pass all components of Handle With Care restraint training, Verbal De-escalation crisis intervention training, and First Aid/AED/CPR training The ideal candidate is: A reliable role model for our residents to emulate•teaching accountability, positivity, self-awareness, confidence, kindness, respect, courage, humility, patience, teamwork, communication, and inclusion Outgoing, energetic, self-motivated Able to thrive in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment Able to understand and display therapeutic boundaries Able to effectively communicate both verbally and via written documentation

Benefits:

https://benefits.uhsguest.com/ A Challenging and Rewarding Work Environment Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision, & Prescription Drug plans 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match & Discounted Stock Purchase Plan SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program Career Development Opportunities within UHS and its subsidiaries Employee Assistance Program Free meals! Pay is Hourly (bi-weekly) and is commensurate with education and experience. Liberty Point is a drug-free and alcohol-free workplace. A pre-hire drug screen, pre-hire background checks, and education verification are required of all new employees.

• About Universal Health Services One of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc.

(UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500® corporation, annual revenues during 2025 were $17.4 billion. In 2026, UHS was again recognized as one of Fortune World's Most Admired Companies™ and in 2025, was listed in Forbes ranking of America's Largest Public Companies. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 101,500 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located in 40 U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. For additional information visit www.uhs.com. EEO Statement All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Avoid and Report Recruitment Scams We are aware of a scam whereby imposters are posing as Recruiters from UHS, and our subsidiary hospitals and facilities. Beware of anyone requesting financial or personal information. 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. During the recruitment process, no recruiter or employee will request financial or personal information (e.g., Social Security Number, credit card or bank information, etc.) from you via email. Our recruiters will not email you from a public webmail client like Hotmail, Gmail, Yahoo Mail, etc. If you suspect a fraudulent job posting or job-related email mentioning UHS or its subsidiaries, we encourage you to report such concerns to appropriate law enforcement. We encourage you to refer to legitimate UHS and UHS subsidiary career websites to verify job opportunities and not rely on unsolicited calls from recruiters.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$15.44

• $25.

01 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Continuing education credits Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible schedule Flexible spending account Free parking Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Pet insurance Professional development assistance Referral program Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Wellness program Application Question(s): [YES or NO] Do you meet the minimum age requirement for this position? (per regulations, all employees must be at least 21 years of age)

Education:

High school or equivalent (Preferred) Ability to

Commute:

Staunton, VA 24401 (Required)

Work Location:

In person