Mental Health Technician Full Time 2nd Shift

Southridge Behavioral Hospital is a beautiful and new state-of-the-art facility. As a joint venture with the Trinity Health System and Universal Health Services, we serve up to 96 adult and geriatric patients across four units. We believe that caring, dedicated and valued staff provide exceptional patient care. We are seeking high caliber applicants that will provide innovative and evidence-based care focused on our patient’s individual needs, comfort and safety. Thank you for considering our Psychiatric Mental Health Technician position as we continue our successful opening! More information about Southridge can be found online at: https://southridgebh.com/ Position Description: Psychiatric Mental Health Technicians carry out the daily routines of patient care under the direction Registered Nurse and Shift Supervisor. This includes: Assisting in the ongoing assessment of the safety and emotional needs of each patient. Demonstrating awareness of the key elements of the treatment plans for all assigned patients and provides intervention/care accordingly on an individualized basis. Assisting patients with their personal grooming and personal hygiene, appropriate to the patient’s age, developmental level and needs. Participating in assigned groups and activities to meet the needs of various patient populations. Demonstrating the ability to maintain therapeutic and professional rapport with patients. Participating with other personnel in maintaining a safe and therapeutic milieu. Provides verbal de-escalation techniques and physical management, as needed. Making rounds on patients, including documenting every 15 minutes or sooner to provide patient safety. Assisting the RN with patient admissions and discharges. Performs vital signs, belongings searches, and orientation to the unit.

Highlights: · Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans · 401(k) and Roth 401(k) with Company Match · Employee Stock Purchase Program · Competitive Compensation & Paid Time Off · Disability, Life, Pet Insurance and much more! More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: benefits.uhsguest.com Hours and Location: Full-Time, 3pm to 11pm for 2nd/Evening Shift. Schedule includes every other weekend. We are located on the south side of Grand Rapids, near the intersection of M-6 and Byron Center Ave SW: 6291 Venture Hills Boulevard SW, Byron Center, MI 49315 Qualifications Job Requirements: High school diploma or equivalent required Bachelors degree in Psychology or Human Services related field preferred but not required CPR certified (Can obtain once hired) Experience working as a psychiatric technician or CNA preferred If you would like to learn more before applying, please call or text Valerie at 616-500-4581 or email at valerie.vranish@uhsinc.com About Universal Health Services One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 300 corporation, annual revenues were $15.8 billion in 2024. 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 Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 99,000 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located all over the U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. www.uhs.com 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