Job Description

Responsibilities

Universal Health Services (UHS) :

One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc.

has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune corporation, our annual revenues were $.

billion in 8. In 0, UHS was again recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune; in 9, ranked # on the Fortune ;

and in 7, listed # in Forbes inaugural ranking of America’s Top Public Companies. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has more than , employees and through its subsidiaries operates 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 U.

S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom.

McDowell Center for Children (a UHS facility) :

McDowell Center is a -bed residential treatment facility located in Dyersburg, Tennessee, for adolescent males experiencing mental health, behavioral, and / or substance abuse issues.

Our staff is made up of licensed therapists, psychiatrists, nurses, and counselors who offer -hour support for our patients.

We provide young men with the skills they need to improve their thinking patterns, make healthier choices, and create new futures with improved outlooks and outcomes.

POSITION SUMMARY :

McDowell Center for Children is seeking a dynamic and talented Detention Tech. The Detention Tech coordinates, supervises, and controls, and documents all movement, activity, and services of the adolescent in detention.

The Detention Worker also maintains the safety and security of the environment while on duty, and effectively communicates with the next shift regarding the status of all detainees.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to demonstrate competency in the criteria listed in this job description.

The specifications listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and ability to meet the minimum requirements for this position.

REQUIREMENTS :

Education : High School Diploma or equivalent.

Must be years of age.

WHAT DO OUR CURRENT MENTAL HEALTH AIDES VALUE AT UHS?

An environment that puts patient care first. One of the most rewarding aspects of this job is providing excellent care, comfort, and security to the patients and families you treat, at their most vulnerable times.

Supportive and responsive leadership. You are never alone, as you are part of a large network of peer co-workers that routinely exchange ideas and review current topics within the industry.

Having the opportunity to grow, learn, and advance in your career. There are very robust continuing education options and opportunities for skills diversification and career advancement with UHS.

BENEFIT HIGHLIGHTS :

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its Subsidiaries
• Competitive Compensation
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan

K) with company match and discounted stock plan

• Generous Paid Time Off
• Free Basic Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement

UHS is a registered trademark of UHS of Delaware, Inc., the management company for Universal Health Services, Inc. and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Universal Health Services, Inc.

Universal Health Services, Inc. is a holding company and operates through its subsidiaries including its management company, UHS of Delaware, Inc.

All healthcare and management operations are conducted by subsidiaries of Universal Health Services, Inc. To the extent any reference to "UHS or UHS facilities" on this website including any statements, articles or other publications contained herein relates to our healthcare or management operations it is referring to Universal Health Services' subsidiaries including UHS of Delaware.

Further, the terms "we," "us," "our" or "the company" in such context similarly refer to the operations of Universal Health Services' subsidiaries including UHS of Delaware.

Any employment referenced in this website is not with Universal Health Services, Inc. but solely with one of its subsidiaries including but not limited to UHS of Delaware, Inc.

UHS is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. Please, no phone calls or emails.

No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by UHS as a result of the referral or through other means.

Last updated : 2024-05-03