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Spurwink Services

Ed Tech III/BHP

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.

$44,484 / year median in Maine

+16% projected growth

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Job Description

Do you have a passion for teaching others, and the patience to guide them through their educational journey? This is your opportunity to support youth with behavioral, emotional, and developmental challenges as they strive to learn. Spurwink is hiring Ed. Tech. III to collaborate with teachers and become an integral part of our special needs classrooms. This is a full-time position spanning the regular school year, as well as a 28-day summer program. Classroom placements are based upon skill and experience, and all new hires are provided with a two-week orientation at Spurwink's training center in Portland. This position pays between $22.00-$26.00 per hour based on experience and other job criteria and offers a $3,750 sign-on bonus.
DUTIES:
Support students with treatment goals and educational services throughout their school day. Provide supervision and crisis intervention with students as needed. Provide and supervise activities for students. Work closely with team of clinical professionals as a member of comprehensive treatment team.
QUALIFICATIONS
Our Ed Tech III must have, or be eligible for, Maine Department of Education Educational Technician III certification by having earned a bachelor's degree (preferred) or by having earned a minimum of 90 college credits from an accredited university (required).
Competitive Benefits Package:
Health/Dental/Vision /Pet Insurance Employer Paid Life Insurance and Short/Long Term Disability Retirement Account with Matching Contribution (after one year of service) Scholarships to ME Community Colleges Tuition Reimbursement 25% Tuition Reimbursement for UNE Master of Social Work Program Eligible employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program Quality Supervision and Paid Training Opportunities Career Advancement Opportunities Flexibility of Schedules Generous Paid Time Off Opportunity for Same Day Pay Health Plan Enrollees - Access to Several Discounts (Hotels, Electronics, Auto, Groceries, Event Tickets, and More) Spurwink is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #IND1
Compensation:
$22.00-$26.00