Mental Health Technician

Job TitleBehavioral Health TechnicianJob DescriptionCopper Hills Youth Center is a 24/7 secure residential treatment center for adolescents aged 12 through 17. We counsel, teach, and mentor students who have psychiatric disorders. Our goal is to provide treatment that results in positive changes, allowing these youth to return to their families and communities. Behavioral Health Technicians serve as a positive role model for youth while providing close supervision and documenting behaviors. Must be a team player and recognize the importance of this position to positive student outcomes. Will ensure that students are meeting defined daily goals, including hygiene, unit activities, education & therapy meetings, etc. Will intervene during student crisis as necessary by using verbal de-escalation skills and other personal safety techniques. Facilitation of group interactions and ensuring students are behaving according to standards. By using positive verbal skills, educate students on appropriate behavior and possible consequences, and enact consequences if needed.ShiftsAM: Sunday - Thursday 7am - 3pm Tuesday - Saturday 7am - 3pm Friday, Saturday, Sunday, Monday 7am to 3pm Swing: Sunday - Thursday 230pm - 1030pm Tuesday - Saturday 230pm - 1030pm Friday, Saturday, Sunday, Monday 230pm to 1030pm Generous shift differentials are offered for Weekend, Swing and Grave shifts.BenefitsBenefits offered to full time staff include: Medical, Dental, Vision insurances at very affordable rates Free delicious and healthy meals while on shift Generous shift differentials for direct care staff and holiday premium pay Basic Life and Supplemental Life insurance Short and Long-term Disability insurance Dependent Life insurance Flexible spending accounts 401k with Company Match and Discounted Stock Purchase Plan (UHS) Paid time off And moreLocationWest Jordan, UTQualificationsHigh School Diploma or GED Minimum 21 years old Excellent Verbal Communication Skills Must be able to work effectively in a team and possible high stress environment Effective problem solving skills Ability to effectively manage conflict Must have excellent attendance recordAll 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. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.