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APT Foundation

Patient Care Associate For Mens Residential Program

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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.

$41,260 / year median in Connecticut

+21% projected growth

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Job Description

Patient Care Associate For Men's Residential Program APT Foundation - 3.7 New Haven, CT Job Details Full-time 5 hours ago Benefits 403(b) matching Health savings account Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance 403(b) Professional development assistance Life insurance Referral program Qualifications Direct patient care Driver's License Mental health facility experience Patient interaction Associate's degree
Full Job Description About Us:
APT Foundation is a private, nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the health and well-being of individuals and families affected by substance use and mental health disorders. Serving communities across Connecticut since 1970, we provide comprehensive, evidence-based treatment, including medication-assisted treatment, counseling, mental health services, primary care, and recovery support.
Our Mission:
Driven team is committed to compassionate, person-centered care and creating pathways to lasting recovery.
Job Summary:
Under the general supervision of the Program Director or his/her designee, this is a front-line position. The primary emphasis is to maintain appropriate patient (resident) traffic flow within the residential setting. The incumbent works with the criminal justice population, and within a clinically based milieu.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Greets APT foundation patients (residents and their families) in courteous and helpful manner. Provides appropriate diagnostic tests, including urine screening and breathalyzer, as requested. Follows established guidelines. Follows written and verbal instructions. Ability to work within an often busy and sometimes challenging environment dominated by constant interruptions Willingness to accept instruction and supervision on a continuous or frequent basis Ability to manage multiple concurrent tasks Strong interpersonal and oral communication skills; Ability to interact with clients, patients, staff throughout the day or evening hours Ability to work with diverse and often culturally different individuals across multiple boundaries including physical and/or cognitive impairments or disabilities, ethnicity, gender identity, as well as linguistically different skill sets; Ability to maintain the highest ethical standards including disclosure of real and potential conflicts of interest with patients and clients of the Foundation Maintains patient and/or family and/or participant confidentiality at all times.
Qualifications and Skills:
Associate's degree or 2 years post-secondary education; or equivalent combination of training and education. Experience in mental health/ substance use facility a plus. MUST have valid CT Driver's License.
Benefits:
Dental insurance Disability insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance 403(b) Retirement Plan and 403(b) employer matching
Job Type:
Full-time, 37.5
Hours Job Location:
On Site/ In Person Job Type:
Full-time Expected hours: 37.5 per week
Benefits:
403(b) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance
Experience:
mental health : 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
Drivers License (Required) Ability to
Commute:
New Haven, CT 06511 (Required)
Work Location:
In person