Open Position: Mental Health Tech - Mental Health Technician

Estimated Gross Weekly Pay: $3247.36

Opportunity:

RN - Inpatient Psych

Job Details:

* 12-hour shifts available on both day shift (7:00 AM - 7:00 PM) and night shift (7:00 PM - 7:00 AM)
* Modified self-scheduling - sign up for preferred shifts with manager review and approval
* Every other weekend rotation required
* Holiday rotation required
* No on-call responsibilities
* Must be willing to float between pediatric and adult units
* Minimum 1 year of inpatient psych experience required; will accept a mix of psych and acute care pediatric experience or experience working with autistic patients
* First-time travelers accepted
* Must have experience working with adolescent and pediatric patients (ages 5-18)
* Care for patients with autism, self-mutilation, depression, suicidal ideation, anxiety, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, oppositional defiant disorder, gender dysphoria, trauma, and anger
* Patient ratios: 6 Psych Techs on day shift, 2 Psych Techs on night shift
* Skills required include redirection and de-escalation, assisting with ADLs, rounding every 7.5 minutes, acting as 1:1 sitter, participating in physical holds, and obtaining EKGs
* EMR: Cerner/Paper
* Unit-specific equipment includes seclusion rooms and chair restraints
* Required certifications: BLS, MOAB (obtained on site), Maine CNA license
* Scrub color: Any solid color, professional
* Free parking available
* Orientation: First week Monday through Friday, second week transition to normal shifts

Facility:

This facility is a free-standing acute inpatient psychiatric facility with 94 beds, including 50 pediatric beds and 44 adult beds. A contracted emergency room is located five minutes away, and all patients are medically cleared prior to admission. The unit supports both voluntary and involuntary admissions and is staffed with a comprehensive support team including a Nurse Manager, House Administrator, Charge Nurse, Psych Techs, a contracted Phlebotomist, a Nurse Practitioner, Psychiatrist, Occupational Therapist, and on-site Security.

Location:

Bangor, ME

Bangor offers a vibrant small-city atmosphere in the heart of Maine, known for its rich history, cultural attractions, and easy access to stunning natural landscapes including forests, rivers, and coastlines. Outdoor enthusiasts will enjoy year-round recreational activities such as hiking, kayaking, skiing, and exploring Acadia National Park, all within a short drive.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Noor Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

Physicial Requirements:

This position requires the ability to perform the essential functions of the role, which may include standing for extended periods, bending, reaching, and lifting up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis, with or without reasonable accommodation. Physicial demands may vary depending on assignment and client-site requirements.