Mental Health Technician
Perimeter Healthcare·Garland, Texas
Perimeter Healthcare·Garland, Texas
Provide direct patient care, supervision, and support within an inpatient behavioral health setting to maintain a safe and therapeutic environment. Collaborate with the interdisciplinary treatment team to monitor patient behavior and assist with admissions and discharges.
Mental Health Technician (MHT) – Full-Time Perimeter Behavioral Hospital of Dallas | Garland, TX Make a Difference in Behavioral Health Perimeter Healthcare is one of the nation's leading mental and behavioral healthcare providers, dedicated to delivering hope and transforming lives through compassionate, patient-centered care.
Our network of inpatient psychiatric hospitals and behavioral health programs provides treatment for children, adolescents, adults, and senior adults across multiple states.
At Perimeter Behavioral Hospital of Dallas, our employees are at the heart of everything we do.
We foster a collaborative, supportive environment where every team member plays an important role in helping patients achieve recovery and long-term success.
We are currently seeking Full-Time Mental Health Technicians (MHTs) to join our team.
We have day and night shift opportunities available for compassionate, dependable individuals who are passionate about behavioral healthcare and making a positive impact in the lives of others.
As a Mental Health Technician, you will work directly with patients in our inpatient behavioral health hospital, providing support, encouragement, and supervision while helping maintain a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment. You will work alongside nurses, therapists, physicians, and other members of the treatment team to promote patient safety, recovery, and overall well-being.
Provide direct patient care and supervision throughout each shift. Obtain vital signs and observe patients for changes in behavior or condition. Conduct routine safety rounds and accurately document patient observations. Assist with admissions, patient orientation, and discharge processes. Support patients with daily activities while encouraging healthy coping and life skills. Utilize verbal de-escalation techniques to assist patients experiencing emotional or behavioral crises. Escort patients to activities, appointments, and treatment areas as needed. Maintain a safe, clean, and therapeutic treatment environment. Communicate patient concerns and behavioral changes promptly to the nursing team. Collaborate with the interdisciplinary treatment team to support individualized patient care.
Candidates must meet one of the following qualifications: High school diploma or GED and at least one (1) year of direct care experience working with behavioral health or psychiatric patients. One (1) year of military Corpsman experience. Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Social Work, or a related behavioral health field with experience working with mental health patients. Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) with previous behavioral health or psychiatric patient care experience. Additional Requirements Current Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) certification. Ability to obtain Handle With Care certification during orientation. Ability to work assigned 12-hour shifts, including rotating weekends. Strong communication, teamwork, and interpersonal skills. Ability to remain calm and professional in fast-paced situations. Schedule Full-Time Day Shift Available Night Shift Available Rotating weekends required
Perimeter Healthcare offers a competitive benefits package designed to support you both personally and professionally, including: Competitive pay Medical, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) with company match Life insurance Paid Time Off (PTO) Supplemental insurance options Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Supportive team environment Opportunities for career growth and advancement Why Join Perimeter Healthcare? At Perimeter Behavioral Hospital of Dallas, you'll become part of a team that is passionate about changing lives through compassionate behavioral healthcare. Every interaction you have with our patients helps create a safe environment where healing, hope, and recovery can begin. Whether you're starting your behavioral health career or bringing previous experience, we provide the support, training, and teamwork needed to help you succeed. Apply today and become part of a team that's making a difference every day. Perimeter Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all applicants and employees are treated with dignity and respect. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. #INDGARLAND
Candidates must have a high school diploma with one year of behavioral health experience, a related bachelor's degree, or be a CNA/Military Corpsman. Current BLS/CPR certification is required, and candidates must be able to work 12-hour shifts including rotating weekends.
Market context
Behavioral-health openings in Texas often favor licensed clinicians because employers need candidates who can step into patient-facing care with minimal onboarding. Competition is shaped by the required master’s degree, Texas license, and preferred psychiatric experience, plus CPR and CPI certifications. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this page to save research time, then confirm your license type and highlight any psychiatric or crisis-care experience in your application.