Psychiatric Technician

Valor Healthcare, Inc. • Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, NC

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About The Position

The Psychiatric Technician provides behavioral health support and assists with the care and treatment of individuals experiencing psychiatric, substance abuse, and psychological challenges under the supervision of a licensed behavioral health professional. The role includes conducting patient intakes, providing counseling and behavioral health interventions, maintaining patient and program databases, preparing statistical reports, and assisting with case reviews and program operations. The position also supports Family Advocacy and Behavioral Health programs, coordinates with command family support organizations, and assists with program development, resource management, and process improvement initiatives.

Work is performed under the supervision of a licensed psychiatrist, social worker, psychiatric nurse, or psychologist. The technician carries out standard and nonstandard assignments, addresses a range of problems, and supports program operations and resource management. The position is based in Camp Lejeune, North Carolina.

Requirements

• At least three years of experience as a psychiatric or mental health program assistant.
• Associate degree or commensurate level of training for the respective position.
• If military trained, training must be as a mental health technician or specialist.
• Willingness to receive specialized training in peer support counseling, community resources and referrals, and suicide prevention.
• Extensive knowledge of DoD, Service, and community social service, family support, and behavioral healthcare resources.
• Ability to hold and maintain a government security clearance.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.

Responsibilities

• Provide behavioral health interventions ranging from prevention to treatment under the supervision of a licensed psychiatrist, social worker, psychiatric nurse, or psychologist.
• Conduct intakes and assist with the care and treatment of psychiatric, drug, and alcohol patients; counsel clients or patients with personal, behavioral, or psychological problems.
• Perform standard and nonstandard assignments substantially independently and resolve a variety of problems on one's own initiative.
• Populate and maintain a computerized database covering units within the HQ organization.
• Prepare monthly statistical reports for various entities and sections.
• Update the Family Advocacy Program (FAP) and Behavioral Health training database monthly.
• Prepare a biannual Social Work / Behavioral Health PowerPoint presentation.
• Assist with developing program operation instructions.
• Work with others to identify inefficiencies and recommend improvements.
• Review operations to ensure they function within budget.
• Develop and maintain appointments, physical property, and inventory.
• Interface frequently with the Command’s family support organizations.
• Assist with Case Review Committee meetings.
• Maintain the resource library.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree