Mental Health Support Specialist

3 days ago


Portland, United States UHS Full time
Job Title: Mental Health Technician

At UHS, we are committed to providing high-quality care to our patients. As a Mental Health Technician, you will play a crucial role in supporting our team in delivering exceptional patient care.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Observe, escort, and monitor patients to ensure their safety and well-being.
  • Report observations to the Registered Nurse to ensure timely interventions.
  • Provide basic nursing care under the direction of the Registered Nurse, including assisting patients with activities of daily living.
  • Engage patients in positive role models recovery-oriented behaviors to promote a healthy and supportive environment.

About Us:

Cedar Hills Hospital is a 98-bed behavioral health hospital and Outpatient Services program dedicated to healing patients' minds and bodies. We are part of Universal Health Services, a Fortune 500 large healthcare organization with over 400 acute care and behavioral health locations in the U.S., Puerto Rico, and the United Kingdom.

What We Offer:

  • Competitive pay and benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with 3% employer match, and above-market paid time off.
  • Shift differentials and on-call pay incentives, employee stock options, and career development opportunities.
  • Tuition reimbursement and student loan repayment assistance up to $52,500, and free counseling services through our EAP for employees and family members.

Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
  • Knowledge of behavior management strategies required to provide care for persons with psychiatric and/or substance use disorders.
  • Ability to read, understand, and follow policies, procedures, and written treatment plans.

EEO Statement:

UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.



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