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Behavioral Health Tech. - Grove Center
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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.
$35,516 / year median in West Virginia
+16% projected growth
Job Description
The BHT is responsible for ensuring basic safety and security for all consumers who participate in sheltered workshop services or day habilitation programs. The BHT is responsible for implementing the consumers' programs to assist with daily social and living skills when working as a Day Program Aide. The BHT monitors, educates and redirects consumers to ensure that the consumers are receiving opportunities for training and growth in the least restrictive environment as possible. Part time staff do accrue PTO (Paid Time Off) Monday through Friday! No weekends! No holidays! US Citizen Valid Driver's license, clean driving record. Must be over age 18.