Start your career in behavioral health with purpose and support! MaineHealth is seeking dedicated and compassionate individuals to join our team as Psychiatric Technicians (Psych Techs). Whether you're new to healthcare or looking to grow in the behavioral health field, this role offers a structured pathway to a rewarding career.
Position Highlights:
- Sign-on bonus: Up to $2,000, amount prorated for part-time
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Recognized leader: Southern Maine’s only private psychiatric treatment and recovery center. Joint Commission Gold Seal of Approval (Spring Harbor Hospital, Spring Harbor Counseling, and Maine Medical Center)
- Growth: Largest Employer in the State and the largest Healthcare provider in Northern New England
About the Role
Psych Techs are essential members of the behavioral health team, supporting individuals with developmental disorders and mental illness. You’ll work closely with psychiatric nurses and other professionals to:
- Monitor and document patient behavior and condition
- Assist with daily living activities and therapeutic interventions
- Ensure a safe and supportive environment for patients
- Communicate effectively with patients, families, and care teams
Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)
- Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology or Social Services preferred.
- License/Certifications: Current BLS certification required or must obtain within 30 days of start date.
About MaineHealth
MaineHealth is a not-for-profit integrated health system whose vision is, “Working together so our communities are the healthiest in America.” MaineHealth consists of nine local health systems, a comprehensive behavioral health care network, diagnostic services, home health agencies, and 1,700 employed clinicians working together through the MaineHealth Medical Group. With approximately 22,000 care team members, MaineHealth provides preventive care, diagnosis, and treatment to 1.1 million residents in Maine and New Hampshire. Learn more about our system at mainehealth.org
At MaineHealth, we offer benefits that support an individual's needs for today and flexibility to plan for tomorrow. Our packages include health and dental insurances, paid parental leave, retirement program, generous paid time off, and much more! Our comprehensive array of benefits are competitive, affordable, and include choices that meet specific, but ever-changing, needs.
With a career at any of the MaineHealth locations, you’ll be working with health care professionals that truly value the people around them – both within the walls of the organization and the neighborhoods that surround it. We are deeply invested in the well-being of our communities and care for team members. We believe in fostering a work environment of strong commitment, compassionate caring, and continuous improvement. Join us, and your abilities will be challenged and enhanced as you take your career to a new level.
MaineHealth values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Federal and state laws prohibit discrimination in employment because of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.