Associate Psychiatric Technician
Location: Morrisville, Vermont
Description: State of Vermont is in need of Associate Psychiatric Technician right now, this career will be settled in Vermont. More complete informations about this career opportunity please read the description below. This position, (Associate Psychiatric Technician, Job Opening #613606), is open to all State employees and external applicants.
If you would like more information about ! this position, please contact Kathy Bushey at kathleen.bushey@state.vt.us .
Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.
Applicants Please Note :
This position is second shift (2:30 - 11:00 pm)
This position is currently located in Morrisville but may be assigned to Middlesex; it is expected to move to our new facility in Berlin in Spring 2014.
AHS BACKGROUND CHECKS: Candidates must pass any level of background investigation applicable to the position. In accordance with AHS Policy 4.02, Hiring Standards, Vermont and/or national criminal record checks, as well as DMV and adult and child abuse registry checks, as appropriate to the position under recruitment, will be conducted on candidates, with the exception of those who are current classified state employees seeking transfer, promotion or demotion into an AHS classified position or are persons exercising re-employment (RIF) rights.
! General Job Description
Specialized technical level w! ork involving delivery of care and treatment to mentally ill patients at the Vermont State Hospital. An incumbent serves as a member of a multi-disciplinary treatment team in an assigned program area, under the general supervision of Psychiatric Nurses and/or a Senior Psychiatric Technician. Positions in this class differ from the entry level psychiatric technicians in the complexity of work performed as well as increased opportunities for independent action and guidance to other technicians. The Associate Psychiatric Technician will be given opportunities to learn the complex duties of the senior technician then demonstrate their ability to carry out those duties. There is considerable interaction with unit staff, social workers, psychiatrists, nurses, psychologists, patients, families, visitors, and treatment personnel from other facilities. The associate psychiatric technician demonstrates positive role modeling when interacting with these groups in promoting and maintai! ning an appropriate therapeutic milieu for clients. Consistently communicates in a professional, respectful manner. Work may include transportation of mentally ill patients to other treatment facilities with significant interaction with staff of other clinical service units. All employees of the Agency of Human Services perform their respective functions adhering to four key practices: customer service, holistic service, strengths-based relationships and results orientation.
To view the full job description for this position, please visit the DHR Job Specifications page.
Minimum Qualifications
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
High School diploma or equivalent AND graduation from the Vera Hanks School of Psychiatric Technology or equivalent training AND three (3) years or more in the delivery of patient care treatment services in a psychiatric setting.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Overtime work may be required to maintain safe staffing ! levels and is considered a condition of employment. The ability to work! overtime as required is considered an essential function of this job class.
Mental and physical condition appropriate to successfully perform, with or without reasonable accommodations, the essential job functions.
Candidates must pass any level of background investigation applicable to the position. In accordance with AHS Policy 4.02, Hiring Standards, Vermont and/or national criminal record checks, as well as DMV and adult and child abuse registry checks, as appropriate to the position under recruitment, will be conducted on candidates, with the exception of those who are current classified state employees seeking transfer, promotion or demotion into an AHS classified position or are persons exercising re-employment (RIF) rights.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The State of Vermont is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applications from women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and people from diverse cultural backgrounds are encouraged.
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This career starts available on: Tue, 08 Oct 2013 21:34:37 GMT
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