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Float RST & Float RCW - dynamic position supporting multiple programs
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
Job Description
Float Residential Service Technician (RST) and Residential Crisis Worker (RCW) The Float Residential Services Technician (RST) and Float Residential Crisis Worker (RCW) is a technical position that provides direct services in support of the lives of people living in the program. These positions contribute to the accomplishment of the Agency mission through the provision of direct service contributing to the co-occurring treatment of the program. All positions within this classification administer the medication administration within the program. This position performs the essential functions of an RST and RCW at a program location determined by the supervisor based on program needs. Generally, these positions will obtain their work location on a bi-weekly basis (supervisor reserves option to change location based on program need). Work is performed, reviewed, and evaluated under the supervision of the Senior Program Director in conjunction with on-site Program Directors.