Mental Health Tech

Mental/Behavioral Health Technician

Salt Lake Behavioral Health is seeking a compassionate team player for our Mental/Behavioral Health Technician position. Shifts: Nights 6pm-6am, Days 6am-6pm. Pay: $18.00 - $24.00 per hour dependent on education and experience. Shift Differential: $3.00-$4.00 on top of hourly rate for nights and weekends.

Salt Lake Behavioral Health is a private 118 bed freestanding psychiatric hospital specializing in mental health and substance abuse treatment for adults. Our mission is to transform lives through exceptional patient care.

Benefits of joining the Salt Lake Behavioral team:

• A challenging and rewarding work environment
• Growth and development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ facilities
• Competitive compensation
• Discounted meals
• Expand your experience and energize your career
• Wide range of medical benefits

The Mental/Behavioral Health Tech provides direct patient care, supervision, and therapeutic support as part of the interdisciplinary treatment team. Working under the direction of the Registered Nurse, this role assists in maintaining a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment while supporting patient engagement, daily functioning, and treatment plan goals.

Qualifications:

• Education: High School Degree or equivalent required. Certified Nursing Assistant preferred; Degree from an accredited college or university in social work, recreational therapy or appropriate therapeutic discipline preferred.
• Experience: One year of related experience, with knowledge of psychiatric patient care techniques with understanding of mental illness, preferred, not required.
• Licensure: Must maintain a valid driver's license in the applicable state if transporting patients. Must attend in-house CPR and Handle With Care certification.
• Additional Requirements: May be required to work overtime and flexible hours.

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