Mental Health Technician

Monte Nido & Affiliates, LLC • City of Glen Cove, NY

1d • $17 - $22

About The Position

Monte Nido Glen Cove is a residential treatment program in Glen Cove, New York, serving adults seeking treatment for anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, binge eating disorder, or exercise addiction. Its approach focuses on restoring physiological and nutritional balance, establishing healthy eating and exercise routines, eliminating harmful behaviors, and developing motivation and treatment engagement. The program helps clients understand their disorders and their effects on their lives, and identify what they need for personal recovery.

The part-time Mental Health Technician/Recovery Coach supports clients throughout their recovery and provides interventions consistent with their treatment plans. The schedule is Mondays and Thursdays, 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. The listed pay is $17–$22 per hour.

Requirements

• At least two years of post-high-school education.
• A valid state-issued driver’s license and a safe driving history.
• Good communication and client relations skills.
• Service orientation, flexibility, and the ability to work as a member of a team.

Nice To Haves

• A bachelor’s degree in psychology is preferred.
• At least one year of experience in a mental or behavioral health setting is highly desired; it is required in some states.

Responsibilities

• Support and integrate clients through their recovery journey.
• Provide support and intervention consistent with each client’s treatment plan.
• Engage clients in developing healthy and appropriate connections with other clients in the milieu and with the team.
• Assist with food preparation and set-up, and model and supervise client meals and snacks.
• Participate in therapeutic groups and develop core skills to promote clinical growth.
• Conduct rounds and provide observations.
• Occasionally drive clients off-site for appointments and activities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: Associate degree