Mental Health Technician (Psych Tech) - PRN, Various Shifts

Responsibilities

About Us

The Vines Hospital (affiliated with Universal Health Services), located in Ocala, FL is a premier behavioral health facility offering individualized mental health and addiction treatment to adults and adolescents in a secure and private setting. Our services include partial hospitalization and intensive outpatient programs. We offer acute psychiatric, detox, and PTSD treatment. We are located in picturesque Marion County, FL. The county is known as the Horse Capital of the World. Enjoy the outdoors at one of the county’s serene parks, which includes wonderful hiking trails, river rafting, and tubing. Watch the county’s wildlife and view the scenery by taking a horseback ride through one of the area’s riding trails. Considered the heart of Florida, the beautiful region is centrally located within hours of many activities. Just a drive away from some of the state’s amusement parks or beautiful Florida beaches. The county is less than two hours away from some of the state’s large metropolitan areas. From young professionals to a growing family, the area has plenty of activities for every individual.

Visit our website for more information on our hospital and services: www.TheVinesHospital.com

Job Summary

The Mental Health Technician functions as an active part of the treatment team, providing continuous patient care, supervision, interaction, and role modeling to patients ranging in age from preschool through geriatrics depending on which unit worked. The Mental Health Technician work under the direction of the Registered Nurse.

Responsibilities

Listen to patients' concerns, observe their behavior, and record their condition
Report changes in patient health or behavior to medical staff
Lead patients in therapeutic and recreational activities
Provide medications and other treatments to patients, following instructions from doctors and other medical professionals
Help with patient intake and discharge
Monitor patients’ vital signs, such as their blood pressure and body temperature
Help patients with daily living activities, including eating and bathing
Restrain patients who may become physically volatile
Provides appropriate crisis intervention as necessary by anticipating and responding quickly to escalating behaviors, utilizing de-escalation techniques to diffuse the situation, correctly prioritizing safety concerns.

Skills and Competencies

Previous experience in a mental health hospital setting is preferred.
Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, are essential for effective patient interaction.
Strong collaborative skills and ability to work effectively with others.
Ability to exhibit empathy, respect and compassion that involve understanding and care for patients.

Work Hours

This position is PRN status, and not eligible for benefits. Must work a 12-hour shift. Hours will vary. Must work at least 1 weekend day per month.

Qualifications

Requirements:

High school diploma or equivalent required. Associates or Bachelor’s degree in psychology or related field preferred.
Direct patient care experience, CNA, or previous acute care/behavioral related experience preferred. Associate’s degree and/or Bachelor’s degree in psychology or related field may be used in lieu of related experience. Nursing students who have completed all pre-requisites can use education in lieu of related experience.

About Universal Health Services (UHS)

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 $15.8 billion in 2024. UHS was again recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune; 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

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