Mental Health Technician (DEGREE) at Dover Behavioral Health System Dover, DE

Mental Health Technician (DEGREE) job at Dover Behavioral Health System. Dover, DE. Job Details Available shifts: 7a-7p, 3p-11p, 7p-7a (all every-other weekend rotation) Dover Behavioral Health System is a 104-bed, acute care psychiatric hospital located in Dover, Delaware. We feature individual units for adolescents and adults and offer inpatient acute care, partial hospitalization, and intensive outpatient programs. On average, over 10,000 patients receive care from our compassionate health‑care team each year. Patient satisfaction is a top commitment, and we have achieved high satisfaction scores for three years in a row. Job Responsibilities Provide direct patient care to adults and adolescents with a wide range of disorders, ensuring safety and wellbeing. Monitor patients closely and conduct observation rounds, prioritizing patient safety. Participate in treatment planning by identifying patients' problems, needs, and strengths. Assist in the admission process, including vital sign assessment, safety searches, specimen collection, and patient orientation. Plan, prepare, and conduct group therapy programs for patients. Participate in hospital codes as necessary for unit safety, partnering with the Charge Nurse to ensure successful shift operations and maintain a therapeutic environment for high patient satisfaction. What a Mental Health Technician Values at Dover Behavioral Health System An environment that puts patient care first. Supportive and responsive leadership. Opportunities to grow and advance in your career through continuing education options and skill diversification. Qualifications Minimum: High School Diploma or GED. Preferred: Bachelors Degree in Psychology or related field. One year of direct work experience in a behavioral health environment, including leading groups, de‑escalating behaviors, and managing multiple clinical diagnoses. Experience in an inpatient setting. 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 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Clough AMEC.