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MENTAL HEALTH TECHNICIAN, FULL-TIME (ADOL)
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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.
$32,298 / year median in Florida
+8% projected growth
Job Description
Responsibilities Mental Health Technician - MHT (Adolescent) Full-Time Position - Weekends La Amistad Behavioral Health Services Overview A leader and innovator in the field of behavioral health for over 50 years, La Amistad is accredited by The Joint Commission and is a top performing facility (safety/outcomes) within Universal Health Services (parent company) for many years. At La Amistad, great effort is paid to matching client needs to our specialty services; also, matching the skills sets of our staff is equally important. We have top professionals in the fields of psychiatry, nursing, therapy and ancillary therapeutic specialists (art, recreation, equine and music). However, in large part, our "secret sauce" continues to be the dedicated MHT staff who are able to find the balance between empathy, education and communicating expectations. We offer a number of options (tracks) for MHT staff, this includes PRN (as needed), Full-Time and our MHT Career/Clinical Track for aspiring clinicians. The MHT staff work directly with their assigned client population, and their primary responsibility is the safety of our clients. This is achieved through both robust programming and detailed client observations (Q-15's). Assists and monitors client's activities of daily living. Consistently demonstrates an alert, sensitive and supportive attitude with clients, families, employees, and management. Interacts therapeutically with clients in one-to-one situations, community and group meetings. Has a basic understanding of common psychiatric diagnoses. Has professional boundaries with clients and demonstrates the ability to be an effective communicator