Southern Maine Health Care Hiring For Psych Tech Ii Mental Health Unit Bmcd at Biddeford, ME, United States Full Time

Job Description

We are currently seeking a talented and motivated group of Psych Techs to support our Sanford Mental Health Unit!
Psychiatric Technicians are integral and highly valued members of the MaineHealth team who have the knowledge and skills to provide client centered, community-focused, cost-effective, clinically- effective, coordinated care. Psych Techs must be competent, flexible, and adaptive to change in health care delivery and technology.
Southern Maine Healthcare has enhanced and expanded on the scope of health services it offers in Sanford to better meet the health needs of the local community and of greater York County.
The Inpatient Behavioral Health Unit in Sanford is a 40 bed, locked unit that provides a 24 hour treatment program designed to provide care for adults ages 18-95 in acute psychiatric crisis. The multidisciplinary team treats individuals experiencing major mental illnesses and addiction related problems. The program includes voluntary and involuntary levels of care.
Our team of mental health professionals plan and work together with the patient to provide psychiatric care, medical treatment, support, referral for follow-up care, and opportunities for learning and emotional growth.
As a Psychiatric Technician, you will:

Contribute to the achievement of quality care and positive patient outcomes.

Maintain a safe and therapeutic milieu.

Provide structure and emotional support to clients.

MaineHealth also offers all eligible team members a generous benefit package including paid time off, tuition reimbursement, medical/dental/vision insurance, employer 403b contributions, and shift differentials.
Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):

Education: High School diploma preferred. Associates degree preferred.

License/Certifications: CNA preferred.

Experience: Minimum of three years’ experience in human service preferred.

Location: MaineHealth · Mental Health Unit BMCD
Schedule: Per Diem, Flexible (As Needed), variable