Mental Health Technician

Overview:

Centurion is proud to be the provider of mental health services to the Maryland Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services.

We are currently seeking a full-time Mental Health Technician to join our team in our Patuxent Institution located in Jessup, Maryland.

The Mental Health Technician (MHT) will work alongside a multidisciplinary team to provide basic behavioral/mental health monitoring to patients in a correctional setting. This includes creating and providing recreational groups designed to address symptoms, providing structured cognitive and social stimulation to promote individual recovery and well-being, conducting assessments of recreational and adaptive living needs, and participating in treatment team meetings to set patient plans and goals.

• Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, or Counseling
• Previous experience as a MHT or CNA
• 1 year experience working with autistic population preferred
• Must have a current driver's license
• Must have a current CPR / BLS card
• Must be able to pass a background investigation and obtain agency security clearance where applicable

Day Shift M-F

We offer excellent compensation and comprehensive benefits for our full-time team members including:

• Health, dental, vision, disability and life insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Flexible Spending Account
• Continuing Education benefits
• Much more...

Centurion Health contracts with state and local governments nationwide to provide comprehensive healthcare services to correctional facilities, state hospitals, and other community settings. Our dedication to making a difference and our passionate team of the best and the brightest healthcare employees has made us one of the leaders of the correctional health industry. Whether you are driven by purpose and impact or on a journey of professional growth, our opportunities can offer both.

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