Mental Health Assistant - FHR-Bangor, ME
Elwyn | |
paid time off, tuition reimbursement | |
United States, Maine, Bangor | |
Nov 28, 2024 | |
Mental Health Assistant
#ELG-19532 | Posted 10/30/2024 Mental Health Assistant
#ELG-19532 | Posted 10/30/2024 Apply for this job now! Job Description
Mental Health Assistant - Per Diem Location: Bangor, ME Since 1852, Elwyn has helped people with autism, intellectual, developmental, and behavioral challenges lead meaningful lives. As an internationally recognized nonprofit human services organization, we have always been on the forefront of innovation. Please join us to make a difference in the life quality of children, teens and adults with autism, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and related behavioral health challenges - and feel the resulting pride that will enrich your own life. Providing an excellent benefits package is another way we know that Elwyn is truly a special place to work. We invest in your future while you help care for ours:
Elwyn is currently seeking a Mental Health Assistant who will play a crucial role in supporting patients with mental and emotional issues under the supervision of psychiatrists and other mental health professionals. Their responsibilities include assisting patients in daily activities, monitoring progress, and observing personal and social behaviors. Additionally, they conduct recreational activities as part of cooperative treatment plans. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
QUALIFICATIONS, EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ENVIRONMENTAL PROFILE: Ongoing interaction with consumers and staff, potential exposure to communicable diseases, blood-borne pathogens, medicinal preparations and other common conditions in a healthcare environment, and interaction with consumers who may display aggressive and/or self-injurious behaviors.
Elwyn reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as needed. This job description is not meant to be an all-inclusive statement of duties and responsibilities of the job nor does it constitute a written or implied contract.
Elwyn is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation and identity, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, genetic information, disability status, military or veteran status, marital or family status, political activities or affiliations, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, and federal law. Job Details
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