Inpatient Mental Health Tech: Patient Support & Groups

Brattleboro Retreat; Brattleboro, Northern (VT, KY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Brattleboro Retreat in Brattleboro, VT seeks Mental Health Techs to support children, adolescents and adults who are hospitalized for mental health issues. You will provide direct supervision, engage patients in therapeutic activities and organize group programs.

Requirements include a Bachelor's in a human services field or a high school diploma with relevant experience; valid driver's license and ability to work across inpatient and residential units. VT Nursing Assistant licensure preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a human service field with emphasis on behavioral sciences or high school diploma with 1–2 years related experience in a psychiatric setting.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to relate effectively with coworkers and treatment team.
• Current VT Nursing Assistant licensure preferred.
• Valid driver's license with clean record; driving privileges required.
• Must be able to work on all inpatient units and residential areas to support hospital-wide staffing.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct supervision and patient support.
• Engage patients in therapeutic activities.
• Organize and run group programs.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Patient supervision

Group activities

Education

Bachelor's degree in human services/behavioral sciences

High school diploma

Job description

Brattleboro Retreat in Brattleboro, VT seeks Mental Health Techs to support children, adolescents and adults who are hospitalized for mental health issues. You will provide direct supervision, engage patients in therapeutic activities and organize group programs.

Requirements include a Bachelor's in a human services field or a high school diploma with relevant experience; valid driver's license and ability to work across inpatient and residential units. VT Nursing Assistant licensure preferred.