Job Description
Perimeter Behavioral of New Orleans has immediate openings for Full Time, Day Shift Mental Health Technicians. We are seeking individuals who are committed to improving the lives of those who experience Mental Health problems.
Perimeter Behavioral Hospital of New Orleans is one of the premier behavioral health hospitals providing inpatient psychiatric treatment for adults over the age of 18. We provide comprehensive care that is designed for the individual. Located in Kenner, La.
Our Mental Health Technician responsibilities include some of the following:
- Care for our patients daily by obtaining vital signs, assessing their behavior, escorting them, and interacting with them continuously throughout the shift.
- Conduct direct observation rounds during assigned shift and document patient’s behavior.
- Model and teach appropriate life skills to the patients.
- Orient the patients to the unit and assist them with the discharge process too.
- Assist them with verbal de-escalation when they are agitated.
- Provide a safe, clean, and therapeutic environment.
Our benefits include the following:
- Service excellence and fulfilling work environment.
- 401(k) plan and company match
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Supplemental Insurance Plans Available
Please apply if you have the following qualifications:
- Education: High School Degree or equivalent preferred; Certified Nurse Assistant preferred; or degree from an accredited college or university in social work, recreational therapy or appropriate therapeutic discipline preferred.
- Experience: At least one (1) year of related experience in a hospital setting with psychiatric experience preferred or (1) year experience as a Corpsman in the Military.
- Additional Requirements: Successful completion of CPR and Crisis Prevention Intervention Training within 30 days of employment
- Schedule: Seeking FT DAY SHIFT
If you would like to learn more visit our website at https://perimeterhealthcare.com/careers.
Perimeter Healthcare is one of the leading mental and behavioral health care providers in the country. We deliver hope to our patients through the delivery of comprehensive and dedicated treatment programs. Our focus and commitment on service excellence is available across several states and different care settings. Our team ensures you receive the required care that you or your loved one needs. We offer several settings for our patients including inpatient psychiatric hospitals, residential treatment centers as well as outpatient counseling and therapies.
EEO
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.
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