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Mental Health Assistant PRN

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This posting does not state an hourly rate. Open behavioral health technician jobs in Tennessee post a median of $18.75 an hour, the middle half $15.70–$19.95, across 10 jobs that state their pay. Behavioral health technicians employed in Tennessee earn a median of $19.13 an hour, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, opens in a new tab).

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Responsibilities Mental Health Assistant PRN Shifts Availability: 1st Shift- 6:45am-3:15pm 2nd Shift- 2:45pm-11:15pm 3rd Shift 10:45pm-7:15am Hermitage Hall (a UHS company) is one of Middle Tennessee's largest stand-alone psychiatric residential treatment Hospitals. Licensed by Tennessee Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services as a mental health residential treatment center for children and youth, Hermitage Hall has provided services to families for over 30 years. The Mental Health Assistant participates in the development and implementation of clients' behavioral programs by providing care and close supervision of facility clients and documenting behavior, by developing positive relationships with clients and co-workers and following facility policies and procedures, by implementing treatment plans and providing crisis intervention as necessary. Job Duties and Responsibilities: Implement individualized treatment plans through continuous line‑of‑sight supervision. Maintain facility safety through close observation, alertness, and proactive risk awareness. Promote client participation in individual and group activities with positive guidance and encouragement. Complete accurate, timely documentation of client behavior and daily activities. Apply and develop counseling skills under clinical supervision in individual or group settings. Ensure clients’ basic needs are met, including hygiene, clothing, and linens. Escort and supervise clients during meals, recreation, education, and medical appointments. Respond to crises using de‑escalation techniques and sound safety judgment. Use effective communication, boundaries, and positive reinforcement to support a healthy peer environment. Perform other related duties as assigned. Benefit Highlights Paid Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K match, Prescription Drug Plans, Stock Purchase Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries! Free meals About Universal Health Services One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500® corporation, annual revenues during 2025 were $17.4 billion. In 2026, UHS was again recognized as one of Fortune World’s Most Admired Companies™ and in 2025, was listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 101,500 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located in 40 U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. For additional information visit www.uhs.com. From Fortune, ©2025, 2026 Fortune Media IP Limited. All rights reserved. Used under license. Qualifications Education and Experience: BS/BA degree and/or one year direct care experience or supervised practicum in lieu of the experience preferred High school diploma (or equivalency) and behavioral health experience in lieu of bachelor's degree. Behavioral health and residential setting experience preferred Must be at least 21 years of age. Must be able to complete a mandatory, two-week new hire orientation (M-F). This role requires a full background check including fingerprint, drug screen, and employment verification EO Statement All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Avoid and Report Recruitment Scams We are aware of a scam whereby imposters are posing as Recruiters from UHS, and our subsidiary hospitals and facilities. Beware of anyone requesting financial or personal information. At UHS and all our subsidiaries, our Human Resources departments and recruiters are here to help prospective candidates by matching skill set and experience with the best possible career path at UHS and our subsidiaries. During the recruitment process, no recruiter or employee will request financial or personal information (e.g., Social Security Number, credit card or bank information, etc.) from you via email. Our recruiters will not email you from a public webmail client like Hotmail, Gmail, Yahoo Mail, etc. If you suspect a fraudulent job posting or job-related email mentioning UHS or its subsidiaries, we encourage you to report such concerns to appropriate law enforcement. We encourage you to refer to legitimate UHS and UHS subsidiary career websites to verify job opportunities and not rely on unsolicited calls from recruiters.

Mental Health Assistant PRN Shifts Availability: 1st Shift- 6:45am-3:15pm 2nd Shift- 2:45pm-11:15pm 3rd Shift 10:45pm-7:15am Hermitage Hall (a UHS company) is one of Middle Tennessee's largest stand-alone psychiatric residential treatment Hospitals. Licensed by Tennessee Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services as a mental health residential treatment center for children and youth, Hermitage Hall has provided services to families for over 30 years. The Mental Health Assistant participates in the development and implementation of clients' behavioral programs by providing care and close supervision of facility clients and documenting behavior, by developing positive relationships with clients and co-workers and following facility policies and procedures, by implementing treatment plans and providing crisis intervention as necessary. Job Duties and Responsibilities: Implement individualized treatment plans through continuous line‑of‑sight supervision. Maintain facility safety through close observation, alertness, and proactive risk awareness. Promote client participation in individual and group activities with positive guidance and encouragement. Complete accurate, timely documentation of client behavior and daily activities. Apply and develop counseling skills under clinical supervision in individual or group settings. Ensure clients’ basic needs are met, including hygiene, clothing, and linens. Escort and supervise clients during meals, recreation, education, and medical appointments. Respond to crises using de‑escalation techniques and sound safety judgment. Use effective communication, boundaries, and positive reinforcement to support a healthy peer environment. Perform other related duties as assigned. Benefit Highlights Paid Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K match, Prescription Drug Plans, Stock Purchase Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries! Free meals About Universal Health Services One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500® corporation, annual revenues during 2025 were $17.4 billion. In 2026, UHS was again recognized as one of Fortune World’s Most Admired Companies™ and in 2025, was listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 101,500 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located in 40 U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. For additional information visit www.uhs.com. From Fortune, ©2025, 2026 Fortune Media IP Limited. All rights reserved. Used under license.

Education and Experience: BS/BA degree and/or one year direct care experience or supervised practicum in lieu of the experience preferred High school diploma (or equivalency) and behavioral health experience in lieu of bachelor's degree. Behavioral health and residential setting experience preferred Must be at least 21 years of age. Must be able to complete a mandatory, two-week new hire orientation (M-F). This role requires a full background check including fingerprint, drug screen, and employment verification EO Statement All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Avoid and Report Recruitment Scams We are aware of a scam whereby imposters are posing as Recruiters from UHS, and our subsidiary hospitals and facilities. Beware of anyone requesting financial or personal information. At UHS and all our subsidiaries, our Human Resources departments and recruiters are here to help prospective candidates by matching skill set and experience with the best possible career path at UHS and our subsidiaries. During the recruitment process, no recruiter or employee will request financial or personal information (e.g., Social Security Number, credit card or bank information, etc.) from you via email. Our recruiters will not email you from a public webmail client like Hotmail, Gmail, Yahoo Mail, etc. If you suspect a fraudulent job posting or job-related email mentioning UHS or its subsidiaries, we encourage you to report such concerns to appropriate law enforcement. We encourage you to refer to legitimate UHS and UHS subsidiary career websites to verify job opportunities and not rely on unsolicited calls from recruiters.

From Universal Health Services's job posting, checked Oct 28, 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.

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