Psychiatric Technician
Merakey

Job Info

The position provides for the safety and welfare of all consumers in the Residential Program including mental and physical health. The individual carries out direct care responsibilities and participates in and follows the treatment planning process.

• Assists in developing and implementing activities and other special projects designed to increase skills in independent and community living, socialization/leisure time.

• Builds on strengths to promote positive growth for the consumer.

• Engages consumers in appropriate life skills to develop abilities to live as independently as possible.

• Accompany consumers on trips outside the facilities for treatment medical or any other appropriate reasons.

Provides one to one interaction with consumers when appropriate.

ABOUT MERAKEY

Merakey is a leading developmental, behavioral health, and education non-profit provider with a fifty-year history. We offer a breadth of integrated services to individuals and communities across the country. Our belief that every individual has the right to achieve growth, dignity, and fulfillment guides all of our decisions. At Merakey, we care about each other and are committed to providing the very best care to those we serve. Merakey strictly follows a zero-tolerance policy for abuse.

BENEFITS

Merakey offers medical, dental, vision insurance plans, competitive compensation plans, Work/Life balance, flexible schedules, cell phone discount plans, employee referral bonuses, tuition reimbursement and much more!

To be the difference in a child's life, apply today at: www.Merakey.org/careers

Requisition number: 74083

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.

Minimum Education: High School Diploma and/or GED, work experience or training relevant to perform the tasks and carrying out the responsibilities specified in the job description.

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled