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Mental Health Technician / Driver - Outpatient

Desert Parkway Behavioral Healthcare Hospital

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Location
Las Vegas, NV
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CPRValid Driver's License

Job overview

Desert Parkway Behavioral Healthcare Hospital is hiring a Mental Health Technician for its outpatient clinic. The technician supports patients managing mental health and substance use challenges, works with clinical staff to monitor progress, maintain a safe environment, and assist with clinic operations. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

CommunicationEmpathyBoundary SettingProfessional Boundaries

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GEDCPRClean Background CheckPass Drug ScreeningValid Driver's LicenseVehicle Insurance

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off

Full job description

We are hiring a dedicated Mental Health Technician to join our outpatient clinic team. You will support patients managing mental health and substance use challenges. You will work closely with our clinical staff to monitor progress, maintain a safe space, and assist with daily clinic operations.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Greet clients, help them feel comfortable, and assist with their daily clinic needs.

  • Observe and document patient behavior, moods, and any notable changes. Report these to the licensed clinical team.

  • Assist counselors in leading psychoeducational groups and daily therapeutic activities.

  • Respond quickly to crisis situations. Use safe and effective de-escalation techniques.

  • Supervise patients to ensure their safety and their involvement in treatment.

  • Orient new patients to facility, program, and setting.

  • Assist with clerical and administrative assignments to support patient care, program, and organization operations.

  • Accompanies and transports patients as assigned.

  • Schedule: Monday - Friday from 6:00am - 2:30pm

Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED required.

  • Minimum of six (6) months experience working in a mental health or behavioral health setting preferred.

  • Strong communication skills, deep empathy, and the ability to set firm yet compassionate boundaries.

  • Current CPR.

  • Clean background check and the ability to pass drug screenings, to include testing for marijuana.

  • Valid Driver's license and insurance required.

  • Ability to maintain professional boundaries

Benefits

Benefits package is available the first of the month following just one (1) month of employment!

Desert Parkway offers competitive benefits to include:

  • Medical Insurance

  • Dental insurance

  • Vision insurance

  • 401K Retirement Plan

  • Healthcare spending account

  • Dependent care spending account

  • PTO Plan with holiday premium pay

  • Discounted cafeteria meal plan

  • Life insurance (including plans for spouse and children)

  • Short- and long-term disability (with additional buy-in opportunities)

  • Pet Insurance

  • Identity Theft Insurance

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