Mental Health Technician

Perimeter Behavioral of Forrest City, Arkansas has an immediate opening for a Mental Health Technician!

Mental Health Technician

Perimeter Behavioral of Forrest City is hiring a Mental Health Technician (MHT) / Youth Care Worker to support children and adolescents receiving behavioral health care. In this hands‑on role, you’ll help maintain a safe, therapeutic environment while supporting patients’ daily routines, behavior goals, and life skills.

What you’ll do

• Provide attentive supervision and positive interaction with patients throughout your shift.

• Observe and assess behavior, complete assigned observation rounds, and document patient behavior accurately.

• Escort patients and help orient them to the unit.

• Model and teach appropriate life skills, and assist patients with activities of daily living.

• Help maintain a safe, clean, and therapeutic environment.

• Use physical intervention or restraint when appropriate, following facility training and procedures. Training is provided.

What you’ll need

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• At least one year of related experience in an assisted living, residential, or hospital setting; psychiatric experience is preferred. One year of experience as a military Corpsman may also qualify.

• Must be at least 21 years old.

• Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, lift, push, and pull as needed to perform the role, including during restraints.

• Education or work experience in psychology, human services, nursing, or social work is preferred.

Schedule

Full-time team members work a rotating schedule of four days on and two days off. Available shifts are:

• Day: 7:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.

• Evening: 3:00 p.m.–11:00 p.m.

• Overnight: 11:00 p.m.–7:00 a.m.

Benefits

• 401(k) plan with company match

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Life insurance

• Paid time off

• Supplemental insurance plans

• Meaningful work in a service-focused environment

About Perimeter Healthcare

Perimeter Healthcare provides mental and behavioral health services in inpatient psychiatric hospitals, residential treatment centers, and outpatient settings. Our teams deliver comprehensive, dedicated care to patients and families across multiple states.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Perimeter Behavioral Health is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal opportunity in recruitment, training, and selection regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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