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The Keywest Center

Habilitation Technician/IDD Population

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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.

$34,978 / year median in North Carolina

+17% projected growth

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Job Description

Habilitation Technician/IDD Population The Keywest Center Durham, NC Job Details Part-time | Full-time $15 - $17 an hour 22 hours ago Benefits Paid training Health insurance 401(k) Flexible schedule Life insurance Qualifications Patient condition reporting Assisting with ADLs Food service Bathing assistance Meal assistance Full Job Description About us The Keywest Center is a small Mental Health business in Durham, NC. We are professional, agile and our goal is to provide quality care and assistance to individuals who are intellectually disabled. This position is ideal for an individual who is compassionate, patient, tolerant and responsive. The Habilitation instructor will be responsible for keeping the facility clean and sanitary while assisting residents with their daily needs. We're looking for someone who has a genuine passion for serving others and meeting the needs of others.
Responsibilities:
Complete all tasks and duties in accordance with the nursing policies and procedures, departmental policies, and applicable regulatory standards and state and federal guidelines. Monitor residents' health status and report any changes to appropriate staff. Perform CPR on residents if indicated. Attend to the physical comfort of residents; assist with daily living activities as necessary, provide help with eating, changing clothes, bathing, etc. Assist with lifting of resident onto/off bed, wheelchair or chair to ensure resident's safety; assist resident in ambulating and transporting to/from office visits; accompany resident to appointments as needed. Ensure that residents are served food that is nutritional and appealing to taste. Be a role model in treating all residents with respect. If interested Please call the office at (919)682-9392 and request Ms. Johnson.
Job Types:
Full-time, Part-time Pay:
$15.00 - $17.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) Flexible schedule Health insurance Life insurance Paid training People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location:
In person