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True Self Recovery
Regional Detox Specialist Night Shift
Career Insights for Mental Health / Psychiatric Technician
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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.
$33,171 / year median in Arkansas
+17% projected growth
Job Description
Applicant must be highly organized, proficient in charting, able to keep up in a fast paced environment
RDS Responsibilities:
- Screening applicants/Complete all intake forms with clients
- Evaluating presenting symptoms
- Compiling an accurate substance abuse history
- Taking vital signs
- Nonviolently diffusing hostile situations