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Devereux
Direct Support Medical Transporter
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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
Job Description
Description:
Base pay $22.50/hr. Being a Medical Support Transporter has many advantages! As a Medical Support Transporter at Devereux, you will be a critical part of a multi-disciplinary team of dedicated experts who share your passion for helping children and adults in need. The primary responsibility for this position is to maintain a nurturing environment within the center that is conducive to healthy and therapeutic emotional healing and growth of children and adults. Provide transportation to and from medical appointments.We offer:
A comprehensive benefit package, paid training, student tuition assistance, and opportunities for professional growth. Every day you will have the opportunity to: Actively assist children with their individualized plans for daily living Ensure medical appointment scheduling occures with all relevant parties Maintain mandated medication certification and dispense medication as assigned Complete medical inventory and ordering for assigned program Schedule and transport children to doctor's appointments and other important activities We provide special treatment for adolescents and adults with emotional, behavioral, intellectual and developmental disorders, including Autism Spectrum Disorders and co-occurring mental health and behavioral health disorders. The emphasis at Devereux is to teach, coach and support our clients to learn daily living skills, coping skills and social skills while staying active and having fun.You will add value by:
Maintaining a safe and therapeutic treatment environment that meets the physical, emotional, and personal needs of program clients while improving functioning and minimizing interfering behaviors. Providing client documentation to include shift reports, incident reports, and individual progress notes.Keywords:
Youth Counselor, Direct Care Worker, Direct Care Counselor, Direct Service Worker, caregiver, dsp, Direct Support Professional, Residential Counselor, Mental Health Associate, Mental Health Technician, ASD, psychiatric services, inpatient, coaching, counseling, residential care, milieu, residential aide, human services, group home, monitor, mentor, mht, mental health technician, psychology, sociology, child welfare, social services, diploma, child care, behavioral technician, aba, rbt, mental health, autism, Transportation, transport, drive, driving, commute, driver Full-Time Benefits include (but are not limited to): 24 personal days off/year 8 sick days/year Blue Cross Insurance & High Deductible plans available FSA or HSA Cigna Dental plans Davis Vision plans Pet Insurance plans Tuition Reimbursement Program between 75-100% coverage 3% automatic contribution to 403b retirement account (TIAA Financial) after a year of service & discretionary 2% match Free Life Insurance up to 2x annual salary•Qualifications:
Job Requirements:
21 years of age or older High School Diploma/GED required. Associates Degree preferred. Valid driver's license One year experience preferred. Have excellent written and verbal communication skills Be able to lift up to 50+ pounds and perform Safe and Positive Approaches Devereux has a zero-tolerance policy for abuse and maintains policies and procedures to systematically reduce the risk of abuse to occur in our organization. Devereux fosters a culture of reporting abuse, and will cooperate with the authorities to the fullest extent possible.Company Overview:
Company Overview Devereux is one of the nation's largest nonprofit organizations, providing services, insight and leadership in the evolving field of behavioral healthcare. Founded in 1912, Devereux operates a comprehensive national network of clinical, therapeutic, educational and employment programs that positively impact the lives of 10,000+ children, adults- and their families
- every year.
Our Mission:
Devereux changes lives- by unlocking and nurturing human potential for people living with emotional, behavioral or cognitive differences.
- every day
- for the individuals and families we serve, and other key stakeholders.
- offering a sense of belonging to all those who walk through our doors
- is fundamental to delivering the highest quality healthcare services. Through open dialogue and the creation of brave spaces, we will engage in work that gives each of us a chance to change the world
- one person, one family, one community at a time.