Seeking MHTs for Beacon Behavioral Hospital in Lutcher, LA

Worker Status: PRN

Mental Health Technician (MHT)

REPORTS TO Unit Charge Nurse

QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma or G.E.D. is required. Must be at least 18 years of age. Two years of experience in a health care setting preferred.

CPR and/or CPI certification is a plus.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

Carry out routine tasks that may include: Observation of patients, conduct safety rounds, manage escalating behavior, document patients activities, and assist patients with ADLs.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Beacon Behavioral Hospital is one of the largest and most established behavioral health programs in Louisiana. For over 20 years, Beacon employs caring staff at locations across southeast Louisiana: Baton Rouge, Metairie, Slidell, Hammond, Houma, Bogalusa, Bunkie, Opelousas, and Lutcher. We currently provide inpatient programs and intensive outpatient programs (IOP) that provide therapy to those struggling with emotional disorders, substance abuse, and mental disorders.

Beacon’s mission, “to provide unsurpassed patient care in a compassionate, cost-effective, and ethical manner,” has been, and will always be, the cornerstone of Beacon’s success. To fulfill this mission, Beacon Behavioral Hospital seeks dedicated, compassionate, and professional staff in a variety of roles within behavioral health services.

What makes Beacon Behavioral Health a great choice?

At Beacon, we are growing family and we understand the importance of striking a balance between family and professional life. It is our goal to provide full-time employees with:

• Competitive salary
• Professional development training available
• Comprehensive benefits package: health, dental, vision, disability, life insurance and 401k
• Work-life balance
• Organizational growth opportunities
• Rewards and Employee Recognition programs

Only those selected for interviews will be contacted. Pre-employment screenings and verification of credentials (if applicable) is required prior to start date.

Beacon uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify.

Beacon is Equal Opportunity Employer.