What are the responsibilities and job description for the Psychiatric Technician III position at Merakey?
Are you looking for an opportunity to advance your career while working with an extraordinary team? At Merakey, we put heart and soul into everything we do. We are seeking a Psychiatric Technician III to join our team in Russellton, PA.
Earn $21.02/hour with the selection of the Enhanced Pay Option.
Position Details
The Psychiatric Technician III position works with and adheres to the safety and welfare of all residents in the Specialized LTSR program including mental, physical, spiritual and emotional health. The individual participates in carrying out resident's treatment plan goals and assisting with the treatment planning process, as well as providing support with direct care responsibilities.
This role will facilitate psychotherapy groups to enhance positive peer interaction, develop problem solving skills, and assist individuals in following their treatment goals.
Benefits
Merakey offers generous benefits that promote well-being, financial security, and work-life balance, including:
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus access to healthcare advocacy support.
- Retirement plan -- both pre-tax and Roth (after-tax) options available for employee contributions.
- DailyPay -- access your pay when you need it!
- On the Goga well-being platform, featuring self-care tools and resources.
- Access Care.com for backup childcare, elder care, and household services.
- Confidential counseling, legal, and financial services through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Tuition reimbursement and educational partnerships.
- Employee discounts and savings programs on entertainment, travel, and lifestyle.
- Access to Pryor Online Learning for free online personal development classes.
Learn more about our full benefits package - https://www.merakey.org/careers/benefits
About Merakey
Merakey is a non-profit provider of developmental, behavioral health, and education services. More than 8,000 employees provide support to nearly 40,000 individuals and families throughout 12 states across the country each year. Click here to watch a video about Merakey. Merakey strictly follows a zero-tolerance policy for abuse.
Merakey is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer! We deeply value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ethnic background, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or disability status. Moreover, we are committed to creating teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and encourage applicants from underrepresented backgrounds to apply. Merakey welcomes all Veterans to apply!
Qualifications:
The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Psychology/Social Work/Criminal Justice or related human service field required.
- 2 years of paid or unpaid work experience in behavioral health, forensic, sexual offending behaviors or residential services required.
- Knowledge and understanding of severe mental illness, recovery principles and recovery driven service system required.
- Valid Driver’s License required.
- All Clearances required by OMHSAS.
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