Psychiatric Technician Senior - DES

Position Summary:
Within a 24-hour framework, responsible for the delivery of client care that promotes safety and well-being of all clients in the assigned department (s). To provide a healthy, safe structured environment; engage clients and families in a therapeutic alliance; perform clinical assessments within their realm; provide therapeutic interventions as directed; function as an active member of the MTC staff.. Ability to be on-call for Psychiatric Technician II’s. Assist with escorting clients within Bethel and outside of Bethel, when needed. Expected to be an active participate in client social, educational and therapeutic activities. Must be able to take direction and have a commitment to learning. Must be 21 years old per DFYS regulations.

Position Qualifications:

• AA Degree in the Human Service field or with a minimum of two years experience working in child/adolescent residential treatment center. Must be willing to learn and implement NVCI training, First Aid, and participate in the 40 CEU yearly minimum requirements as defined by the RPTC regulations and mandates.
• See above. Minimum of two years experience working with youth required. One year experience working with youth in an Inhalant Facility.
• CPR, First Aid, and Non-violent Crisis Intervention is required within the first 90 day period. A valid Alaska Driver’s License required within 90 days of hire. Substance Abuse Certification preferred.
• Basic computer knowledge, accuracy and dependability a must.
• Ability to work residential treatment environments. Ability to write progress reports on clients, which accurately reflect client progress. Ability to read medication administration records. Ability to add and subtract money. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of rapidly changing situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to understand and apply to variety of instruction furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Ability to appropriately respond to aggressive and violent client behaviors.

Benefits Include:

• Generous PTO – beginning at 4.5 weeks
• Eleven paid holidays
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Retirement plans
• Employee Wellness Center
• Plus More!

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