Mental Health Technician (FT DAY SHIFT)

Perimeter Healthcare

2 months ago

New Orleans, LouisianaFull TimeBehavioral Health

✓ No Call✓ No Weekends✓ No Nights

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Job Description

About the Role

Join Perimeter Healthcare as a Mental Health Technician (FT DAY SHIFT) in United States. Perimeter Behavioral of New Orleans has immediate openings for Mental Health Technicians. We are seeking individuals who are committed to improving the lives of those who experience mental health problems.

Key Responsibilities

include the following: · Provide positive and role modeling to the residents.

Model and teach appropriate life skills to the residents.

· Conduct direct observation rounds during assigned shift and document patient’s behavior.

· Promote daily living skills through assignment, and supervision of tasks.

Requirements

Able to successfully complete CPR and Crisis Prevention Intervention Training during New Hire Orientation.

· Schedule: Full Time Day Shift: 0645-1915 Our.

Benefits & Compensation

401(k) with employer match.

Work Schedule

Full-Time position.

Day shift only - no nights.

This position offers day shifts only. Work with Perimeter Healthcare in United States.

Key Skills

Mental Health SupportLife Skills TeachingBehavior ObservationPatient OrientationDe-escalation TechniquesActivity CoordinationSafety MaintenanceTherapeutic Environment

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Position Insights

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Mental Health Technician (FT DAY SHIFT) at Perimeter Healthcare a 6.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 35% of all Behavioral Health physician listings evaluated on our platform. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no weekend requirements, no night shifts.

This score reflects a generally positive work environment with some areas for improvement. Clinicians should evaluate scheduling and workload expectations carefully.

Behavioral Health — Physician Career Context

This Behavioral Health position at Perimeter Healthcare is open to physician candidates.

Physicians (MD/DO) are in high demand across healthcare settings, with growing interest in positions that offer sustainable schedules and reduced administrative burden.

Location & Logistics

This position is based in New Orleans, Louisiana.

Why This Position Stands Out

No on-call requirements — clinicians are completely off-duty after hours
No weekend shifts — preserving personal and family time
No night shifts — a daytime-only schedule

Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits

Key skills and qualifications: Mental Health Support, Life Skills Teaching, Behavior Observation, Patient Orientation, De-escalation Techniques, Activity Coordination, Safety Maintenance, Therapeutic Environment. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Behavioral Health role.

Core responsibilities: Mental Health Technicians provide positive role modeling and teach life skills to residents. They conduct observation rounds, document behaviors, and assist with activities and the discharge process.

Benefits package: 401(k) plan and company match, Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Supplemental Insurance Plans Available. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.

About WeekdayDoc

WeekdayDoc is the only healthcare job board that scores every position for burnout risk and work-life balance. Every listing includes a proprietary burnout score, transparent salary data when available, and lifestyle filters for no-call, no-weekends, and remote positions. Browse more Behavioral Health physician jobs on WeekdayDoc to compare work-life balance scores and compensation across employers.