Full-Time

Mental Health Technician

AM & PM Shifts, Behavioral Hospital

Perimeter Healthcare

Perimeter Healthcare

Delivers inpatient and outpatient psychiatric care

No salary listed

Arlington, TX, USA

In Person

Rotating weekends and 12-hour day or night shifts are required.

Category
Medical, Clinical & Veterinary (1)
Required Skills
Nursing
Patient Care
Requirements
  • A high school diploma or General Educational Development credential is required.
  • At least one year of experience in healthcare, behavioral health, social services, or a related field is preferred.
  • Coursework or experience in psychology, human services, nursing, criminal justice, or social work is highly desirable.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills are required.
  • The ability to remain calm and professional in challenging situations is required.
  • The ability to bend, lift, stand for extended periods, and participate in patient intervention activities when needed is required.
  • Flexibility to work weekends and holidays as scheduled is required.
Responsibilities
  • Observe, monitor, and document patient behaviors and interactions throughout the assigned shift.
  • Support patients in developing healthy coping mechanisms and essential life skills.
  • Assist patients with daily activities and provide escorts throughout the facility as needed.
  • Maintain a safe, clean, and therapeutic treatment environment.
  • Use verbal de-escalation techniques and provide physical intervention when necessary; training is provided.
  • Encourage positive patient engagement and participation in treatment activities.
  • Collaborate with the interdisciplinary treatment team to support patient care goals.
Desired Qualifications
  • At least one year of experience in healthcare, behavioral health, social services, or a related field.
  • Coursework or experience in psychology, human services, nursing, criminal justice, or social work.

Perimeter Healthcare provides behavioral health services across the United States, offering psychiatric care for children, adolescents, adults, and seniors. It delivers inpatient and outpatient treatment programs, family sessions, group therapy, and specialty activities like art therapy. The care model is team-based, with daily interaction between patients and psychiatrists supported by nurses, social workers, internists, and pediatricians, ensuring comprehensive, continuous care. Revenue comes from patient care services, including inpatient stays, outpatient programs, and various therapy formats. Compared with peers, Perimeter Healthcare emphasizes a broad, cross-age approach with a strong emphasis on integrated, multidisciplinary treatment and family involvement to support mental health and recovery. The company’s goal is to offer hope and transform lives by helping patients heal and regain their quality of life.

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Headquarters

Alpharetta, Georgia

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Perimeter's March 2025 site list shows durable demand across eight operating locations.
  • The Missouri facility says it is fully licensed and in-network with major insurers.
  • Behavioral health demand stays sticky, supporting recurring admissions and referral relationships.

What critics are saying

  • May 2025 charges against Waynesville staff intensified abuse scrutiny at Perimeter Behavioral of Missouri.
  • TorHoerman's April 2026 lawsuit campaign targets alleged sexual abuse, staffing, and supervision failures.
  • The 2025 private sale leaves execution risk if new ownership cannot fix compliance quickly.

What makes Perimeter Healthcare unique

  • Perimeter Healthcare runs 96-bed secure PRTF programs in Waynesville, Missouri.
  • Its multi-state footprint spans Arkansas, Texas, Louisiana, and Missouri.
  • It treats children, adolescents, adults, and seniors across inpatient and residential settings.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Paid Vacation

Employee Assistance Program

Supplemental Insurance Options

Professional Development Budget