Mental Health Technician Fulltime Days

Perimeter Healthcare

Springfield, MOOn-siteFull time, Part time, Per diem
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Location
Springfield, MO
Work style
On-site
Job type
Full time, Part time, Per diem
Posted
Oct 14
5 days ago
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About the company

Perimeter Healthcare

Hospital & health care Β· 201 to 500 employees

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What you'll do

  • Provide role modeling, teach life skills, observe and document patient behavior, and support daily living skills.
  • Lead or assist with activities, orient patients, assist with discharge, de-escalate agitation, and help maintain a safe therapeutic environment.

What you need

  • A high school diploma or equivalent and at least one year of experience in a children’s services program or residential setting are required; two years of college coursework in social sciences may substitute for the experience.
  • Education: a high school diploma

Key skills

Verbal de-escalationValid state driver’s licenseCPRCrisis Prevention Intervention training

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Perks

  • 401(k) plan with company match
  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Supplemental insurance plans

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🌟 Mental Health Technician 🌟 πŸ’™ Make a meaningful difference every shift. Perimeter Behavioral of Springfield is hiring Mental Health Technicians to support children and teenagers receiving inpatient psychiatric care. If you are compassionate, dependable, and ready to help create a safe, encouraging environment for youth, we would love to meet you. πŸ™Œβœ¨ πŸ’« Why Join Perimeter Behavioral of Springfield? πŸ’™ Purpose-driven work: Help young people build coping skills, confidence, and stability in a therapeutic setting. 🌟 Supportive team environment: Work alongside dedicated behavioral health professionals committed to quality care. πŸ₯ Meaningful patient impact: Be part of a patient-centered approach that supports both mental health and physical wellbeing. πŸ“… Flexible opportunities: Full-time, part-time, and PRN positions available with day and night shift options. 🧩 What You’ll Do 🌱 Provide positive role modeling and teach appropriate life skills to residents. πŸ‘€ Conduct direct observation rounds during assigned shifts and document patient behavior. 🧠 Support daily living skills through task assignment, coaching, and supervision. 🎨 Lead or assist with individual and group activities and programs. πŸ‘‹ Orient patients to the unit and assist with the discharge process. πŸ—£οΈ Use verbal de-escalation skills when a resident is agitated. 🚢 Accompany patients to meals, recreation, education activities, and unit-based programming. πŸ›‘οΈ Help maintain a safe, clean, and therapeutic environment. βœ… What We’re Looking For πŸŽ“ High school diploma or equivalent required. πŸ”ž Must be 21 years of age or older. 🀝 At least one year of experience in a children’s services program or residential setting, or completion of two years of college coursework in social sciences. πŸš— Valid state driver’s license required. 🫢 Ability to successfully complete CPR and Crisis Prevention Intervention training during New Hire Orientation. πŸ•’ Schedule: Full-time, part-time, and PRN opportunities available. 🌞 Day and πŸŒ™ night shifts are available. 🎁 Benefits for Full-Time Employees ✨ Service excellence and a fulfilling work environment πŸ’° 401(k) plan with company match 🩺 Health insurance 😁 Dental insurance πŸ‘“ Vision insurance πŸ›‘οΈ Life insurance 🌴 Paid time off βž• Supplemental insurance plans available πŸ₯ About Perimeter Healthcare πŸ’™ Perimeter Healthcare is one of the leading behavioral health care providers in the country , serving children, adolescents, adults, and senior adults. We deliver hope through comprehensive , dedicated treatment programs across multiple states and care settings. Our team lives our CARE values every day: Compassion , Accountability , Respect , and Empowerment. 🌟 Learn more at: https://www.perimeterhealthcare.com πŸš€ Ready to Make an Impact? ✨ Apply today and join a team that is committed to helping young people feel safe, supported, and empowered on their path forward. πŸ’™ βš–οΈ Equal Employment Opportunity We are committed to providing an environment of diversity and inclusion where equal opportunities are available to all applicants and fellow employees. Perimeter Behavioral Health is an equal opportunity employer regarding all recruitment, training, and selection process within the company in regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, and gender identity, genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. #INDSF

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