Mental Health Technician - Outpatient

Responsibilities

We are Hiring for Mental Health Techs 

Make a Difference Where It Matters Most

At Hickory Trail Hospital, every role helps create a place where people can find safety, support, and a path forward. We’re an 86-bed behavioral health hospital in DeSoto, Texas, proudly serving the Dallas–Fort Worth community since 1988. Through inpatient and outpatient programs, we care for children, adolescents, adults, and older adults. Our team brings compassion, skill, and teamwork to each person’s care—and we’re looking for people who want their work to make a meaningful impact.

What You’ll Do -  Mental Health Tech

The Outpatient Mental Health Technician (MHT) provides direct patient support, supervision, and assistance with daily program operations within Hickory Trail Hospital's outpatient services. This position is responsible for maintaining a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment for patients participating in outpatient treatment programs, including adolescent and adult populations as assigned. Additional responsibilities include assisting with patient transportation supervision, maintaining program supplies and snack inventory, preparing treatment areas, and supporting the overall organization and daily operations of the outpatient department.

Benefit & Rewards Highlights  

• Challenging and rewarding work environment 
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries! 
• More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: uhsguest.com 

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Education: High School Degree or equivalent required; Certified Nursing Assistant preferred; Degree from an accredited college or university in social work, recreational therapy or appropriate therapeutic discipline highly desirable.
• Experience: Two (2) years of related experience, with knowledge of psychiatric patient care techniques with understanding of mental illness, preferred.
• Licensure: CNA Certification Preferred.
• Additional: MHT’s may be required to work weekends, overtime and have flexible hours.

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