Mental Health Technician - DAY and NIGHT AVAILABLE

Mental Health Technician

Mesilla Valley Hospital has been in operation since 1987, serving those in need of treatment for a variety of psychiatric and substance abuse issues. Mesilla Valley Hospital is a 120-bed facility, providing access to quality behavioral healthcare and substance abuse treatment to residents of New Mexico, West Texas and Arizona. MVH is the leader in providing quality mental health and addiction treatment services. Our commitment to care includes developing integrated delivery systems through partnerships with medical surgical hospitals, community mental health centers, educational institutions, managed care organizations, local health professionals and agencies.

Mesilla Valley Hospital is currently seeking a Mental Health Technicians for day and night shift. The MHT therapeutically interacts with the patient and assists in maintaining safety and cleanliness of the unit. Collaborates closely with the more experienced MHTs and Nurses to provide a therapeutic milieu under their guidance. MHTs are expected to use training skills consistently. The MHT functions as an active part of the treatment team, they are role models to patients and other MHT. The MHT work's under the direction of a Registered Nurse/Therapist. MHT demonstrate commitment to Service Excellence program.

Are you caring, compassionate and hardworking? Apply today to join our amazing team! Benefit Highlights: Challenging and rewarding work environment Career development opportunities within UHS and its Subsidiaries Competitive Compensation Flexible shifts

Qualifications Education: High School Degree/GED required; or Associates Degree in a Human Services field; or Bachelors Degree in a Human Services field; or a Certified Nursing Assistant. Experience: One year of work experience in a behavioral health facility, or bachelor's degree in social services or related field, plus one year of work experience in behavioral health service or delivery preferred. WORK HOURS: 12 hour shifts available. PRN employees must work four shifts per month, one shift must include a weekend.

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