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Kahm Center for Eating Disorders
Mental Health Technician
Job Description
Benefits:
Competitive salary Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Full-Time and Part-Time positions available. The Kahm Center for Eating Disorders is a small family owned Vermont practice that treats eating disorders in an Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) and Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) setting. We are looking for mental health technicians who are passionate about treating eating disorders and fostering meaningful relationships with the staff and patients as a part of a multidisciplinary treatment team.Qualifications :
Experience in the field of mental health is preferred Theoretic as well as practical knowledge of the clinical area Demonstrates strong leadership qualities Demonstrates sound judgment Demonstrates and consistently strives to maintain excellence in all mental health technician job responsibilities Bachelors degree required; in psychology or related field preferred Essential Functions (Performed in accordance with Kahm Center policies under the supervision of the lead therapist): Facilitates process and alternative groups (up to 10-12 patients ) Collect patient vitals and biometrics according to program schedule Supervise and meal coach with patients daily Assist therapists with patients in crisis Key player in integrating and supporting the patients through their recovery journey Provide support and intervention consistent with the patient's treatment plan Engage patients in developing healthy and appropriate connections with other patients in the milieu and the team Assist in food preparation; Model appropriate meals and mealtime behavior/conversation Oversee the milieu and assists by maintaining the integrity of the therapeutic group schedule Maintain a positive, supportive demeanor that is respectful, courteous, and compassionate to all patients and coworkers Serves as an active member of the multidisciplinary treatment team; e.g., attends treatment team rounds when schedule allows Assist with administrative tasks when needed Other duties as assignedBenefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
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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.
$42,815 / year median in Vermont
+14% projected growth