Psych (Mental Health) Technician Job at University Behavioral Center, Orlando, FL

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  • University Behavioral Center
  • Orlando, FL

Job Description

Responsibilities

Who We Are

University Behavioral Center of Orlando, a subsidiary of Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS), is committed to providing intensive mental health services to children, adolescents and adults as well as detox and substance abuse programs for adults. Our mental health facility provides safe and effective inpatient treatment to assist individuals in leading more productive and fulfilling lives. The facility is located on a beautiful 14-acre campus in Orlando, Florida, and includes 112 licensed beds.

Overview of Position - Psych (Mental Health) Technician

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Psychiatric Technician to join our healthcare team at University Behavioral Center, located in Orlando, Florida. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of patient care practices under the direction of a Registered Nurse. The ideal candidate will be committed to providing high-quality care to psychiatric patients. This role involves monitoring our patients and facilitating group activities in our units. This individual will be working closely with patients experiencing psychiatric disorders, ensuring their safety, comfort, and well-being while promoting recovery and rehabilitation. Previous experience working directly with patients in a psychiatric facility or rehabilitation program is highly preferred.

We are currently hiring for Day and Night Shift/Full Time.

Responsibilities:

  • Works under the direct supervision of the Charge Nurse or Milieu Manager to provide clerical and patient care activities in the treatment and care of patients with psychiatric and substance abuse conditions.
  • Manages behavioral problems through patient observation and de-escalating techniques.
  • Facilitates education and activity groups.
  • Actively participates as a member of the treatment team and performs other duties as assigned.

Sign-on Bonus: $1,000 with commitment

Benefit Highlights:

  • Challenging and rewarding work environment
  • Career development opportunities within UHS and its Subsidiaries
  • Competitive Compensation
  • Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan
  • 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
  • Generous Paid Time Off
  • Free Basic Life Insurance
Qualifications

  • High school graduation. Bachelor's degree preferred.
  • Current CPR or BLS certification.
  • Must have at least one year of experience working in an inpatient hospital setting with patients aged 5-65yrs+.
  • Work hours: 12-hour shifts; day or night shift available; rotating weekend

Skills:

  • Experience with behavioral health patients is preferred.
  • Knowledge of patient care principles is beneficial.
  • Competence in taking vital signs accurately.
  • Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, to interact effectively with patients, families, and healthcare professionals.
  • Strong critical thinking and reasoning skills.

About Universal Health Services

One of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance.  Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500 corporation, annual revenues were $14.0 billion in 2023. During the year, UHS was again recognized as one of the World's Most Admired Companies by Fortune; and listed in Forbes ranking of America's Largest Public Companies.

Headquartered in King of Prusia, PA, UHS has approximately 96,700 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries.  Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory are access points, and insurance offering, a physician network and various related.

EEO Statement

All 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.

Avoid and Report Recruitment Scams

At UHS and all our subsidiaries, our Human Resources departments and recruiters are here to help prospective candidates by matching skillset and experience with the best possible career path at UHS and our subsidiaries.  We take pride in creating a highly efficient and best in class candidate experience. During the recruitment process, no recruiter or employee will request financial or personal information (Social Security Number, credit card or bank information, etc.) from you via email. If you suspect a fraudulent job posting or job-related email mentioning UHS or its subsidiaries, we encourage you to report such concerns to appropriate law enforcement.  We encourage you to refer to legitimate UHS and UHS subsidiary career websites to verify job opportunities and not rely on unsolicited calls from recruiters,

Job Tags

Full time, Currently hiring, Local area, Relocation package, Shift work, Night shift, Rotating shift, Day shift,

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