What are the responsibilities and job description for the TRAVEL: MENTAL HEALTH TECH position at Integrated Resources, Inc.?
Mental Health Technician – Adult Psych
Location: Westbrook, Maine
Openings: 3
Shift: 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM
Hours: 36 hours/week
Weekend Requirement: Yes
Call: None
Experience: 2 years
Float: Potentially
Job Summary
The Mental Health Technician provides direct support and assistance to adult psychiatric patients in an acute Psychiatric ICU setting. The role requires strong communication, observation, and de-escalation skills while maintaining a calm and professional demeanor.
Patient Population
- Thought disorders
- Psychosis
- Personality disorders
- Mania
Required Skills & Experience
- 2 years of relevant experience
- Experience working with acute adult mental health/psychiatric patients
- Strong de-escalation skills
- Ability to remain calm and professional in challenging situations
- Comfortable working with patients experiencing behavioral and psychiatric symptoms
Unit Information
- 6-bed Psychiatric ICU
- Patient ratio: 3:5
- EMR/Equipment: Not specified
Dress Code
- Business casual
- No ripped jeans, shorts, logo T-shirts/sweatshirts, or open-toed shoes