Mental Health Tech / Direct Care Professional

Make a Difference as a Mental Health Tech

If you have experience as a Direct Support Professional (DSP), behavioral health aide, or caregiver, this is your opportunity to grow your career in mental healthcare.

Perimeter Healthcare is seeking caring, dependable Mental Health Technicians (MHTs) to join our dedicated treatment team. In this vital role, you’ll provide hands-on support to patients, helping them build stability, safety, and hope during their recovery journey.

What You’ll Do as a Mental Health Tech

• Provide direct care and support to patients in a behavioral health setting.

• Assist with daily living activities, hygiene, and personal care needs.

• Observe, document, and report patient behaviors, progress, and safety concerns.

• Support therapeutic groups and structured activities under the direction of clinical staff.

• Respond to crisis situations calmly and effectively following safety procedures.

• Foster a compassionate, respectful, and safe environment for patients and staff.

What You Bring

• High school diploma or GED required

• Experience as a Mental Health Technician or Direct Support Professional (DSP), Psychiatric Technician, Behavioral Health Aide, or Caregiver strongly preferred

• CPR certification (or willingness to obtain upon hire)

• Strong interpersonal skills and a heart for helping others

• Ability to maintain professionalism and composure in high-stress environments

• Commitment to teamwork, empathy, and patient-centered care

Why Choose Perimeter Healthcare

Perimeter Healthcare operates behavioral health hospitals and facilities that serve individuals across all levels of care. Our mission is to provide hope and healing through compassionate, quality care — and that starts with our team.

We offer:
✅ A supportive, mission-driven workplace
✅ Career growth and training opportunities
✅ Shift differentials and flexible scheduling
✅ A culture built on respect, accountability, and teamwork

Schedule

• Full-time and part-time positions available

• All shifts: days, evenings, nights, weekends

Apply Today

Join Perimeter Healthcare and be part of a team that changes lives every day — one patient, one moment at a time.

Apply now to become a Mental Health Tech and make a difference in behavioral health care!