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Mental Health Technician / Direct Support Professional

Perimeter Healthcare·Forrest City, Arkansas

Full Time·On Site·0-2 yrs·Posted 7 days ago
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About the role

Provide daily care for patients by assessing behavior, conducting observation rounds, and documenting progress. Model appropriate life skills and maintain a safe, clean, and therapeutic environment for youth patients.

  • Perimeter Behavioral of Forrest City, Arkansas has an immediate opening for a Mental Health Technician/Youth Care Worker! This is a great entry-level position in psychology/behavioral health! If you are seeking a career opportunity or desire to change a child's life, apply today! Our Mental Health Technician responsibilities include some of the following: Care for our patients daily by assessing 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 daily living skills. · Provide a safe, clean and therapeutic environment.
  • Provide physical restraint or intervention if appropriate. Training will be provided. Qualifications for the Mental Health Technician should include the following: Education: High School Degree or equivalent is required. It is preferred to have educational or work experience in psychology, human service, nursing, or social work environments.

Experience

At least one (1) year of related experience in a assisted living, residential, or hospital setting. Psychiatric experience preferred or (1) year experience as a Corpsman in the Military.

Schedule

  • If working full time, must be able to work a rotation of 4 days on/2 days off.
  • Hours will be
  • Days: 7:00 am-3:00pm,
  • Evening: 3:00pm-11:00pm,
  • Overnight: 11:00 pm-7:00 am.

Physical

  • Must be able to bend, stoop, kneel, lift, push and pull to perform restraints. Minimum Age - Must be at least 21 years of age.
  • 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 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 regarding 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. #INDFC

Requirements

Requires a high school diploma or equivalent and at least one year of experience in a residential, hospital, or assisted living setting. Candidates must be at least 21 years old and physically capable of performing restraints.

  • high school
  • Crisis Intervention
  • Patient Documentation
  • Direct Support
  • Patient Observation
  • Behavioral Assessment
  • Physical Restraint
  • Life Skills Teaching
  • Therapeutic Environment Management

Benefits

  • Dental Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Health Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Supplemental Insurance Plans
  • 401(k) Plan And Company Match

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Location
Forrest City, Arkansas
Posted
Jul 21, 2026
Closes
Oct 19, 2026
Application
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Perimeter Healthcare

Perimeter Healthcare, with facilities across multiple states, is committed to restoring hope, promoting healing, and helping families achieve lasting recovery.

Salary listed on 5 jobs
IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypePrivately Held
Size201-500 employees
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