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NORTHWEST ALABAMA MENTAL HEALTH CENTER
Mental Health Tech $500 Retention Bonus
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
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What they do
A Mental Health or Psychiatric Technician cares for patients with mental illnesses. Works under the direction of a physician and works with specialists involved in mental health care, such as psychiatrists and therapists. Monitors patient symptoms and administers medications. Works in a mental health facility or in a hospital or other healthcare facility.
$32,158 / year median in Alabama
+16% projected growth
Job Description
As a Mental Health Tech , you will be responsible for providing compassionate care and services. You will be providing care and services, accurate and timely documentation of logbooks and activities, medication administration, meal preparation, cleaning, laundry, personal care, transportation (with an approved driving record), and other duties as assigned. There will be a required 5-day (Monday-Friday) paid orientation as well as other training for this position. This position will be discussed in more depth during the interview.