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Behavioral Health Technician (Nursing Assistant)
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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.
$34,454 / year median in Michigan
+17% projected growth
Job Description
QualificationsHigh school diploma or GED required Associate's degree or two years of college preferredNurse Aide experience with preference for experience as a Mental Health Technician on an inpatient psychiatric unit or previous psychiatric unitPossess or obtain CPR/AED certification within 60 days of hire Additional InformationCare for your community. Grow your career. Start making a difference today. Munson Healthcare requires all employees be vaccinated or have lab confirmed immunity for Measles, Mumps, Rubella and Varicella. MHC also requires all employees to receive a flu vaccine during the flu season in the year that they are hired and annually thereafter, or receive an approved medical or religious exemption.