JOB DESCRIPTION:

Mental Health Techs at the Brattleboro Retreat help meet the needs of children, adolescents and adults who have been hospitalized for mental health issues.  For example, Mental Health Techs will:

•     provide direct supervision and patient support
•     engage patients in therapeutic activities
•     organize and run group programs.

NON-ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

May be required to perform duties of lesser, equal or greater responsibility.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree in a human service related field with an emphasis on behavioral sciences OR high school diploma and preferably 2 years (minimum 1 year) related experience, preferably in a psychiatric setting.

Excellent interpersonal skills to relate effectively with co-workers and all members of the treatment team.