What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mental Health Technician (81806) position at Centurion?
Overview
Position Type Full-Time
Job Shift Day
Education Level Bachelor's Degree
Travel Percentange None
Category Behavioral Health Professional & Support
Description
Pay range: $26.34/hour - $28.10/hour depending on years of experience
Centurion is proud to be the provider of comprehensive services to the Maryland Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services. We are currently seeking a Full-time Day Mental Health Technician to join our team at North Branch Correctional Institute in Cumberland , Maryland.
The Mental Health Technician works alongside the multi-disciplinary team to provide basic behavioral/mental health monitoring to patients in a correctional setting. Additional duties include creating and providing recreational groups designed to address symptoms, providing structured cognitive and social stimulation to promote individual recovery and well-being. This person assesses recreational and adaptive living needs and participates in treatment team meetings to set patient plans and goals.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in psychology, sociology, social work, or counseling required
Previous experience as a MHT or CNA required
One (1) year of experience working with the autistic population preferred
Must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license
Must be appropriately and actively certified in Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and Basic Life Support (BLS)
Must be able to pass a background investigation and obtain agency security clearance where applicable
Available shift: full time, days
We offer excellent compensation and comprehensive benefits for our full-time team members including:
- Health, dental, vision, disability and life insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Generous paid time off
- Paid holidays
- Flexible Spending Account
- Continuing Education benefits
- Much more...
Salary : $28