Mental Health Tech - Woburn

The Mental Health Tech is a bachelor’s level clinician responsible for running psychoeducational groups and managing a milieu of patients in a Partial Hospital Program (PHP) and Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP). Key

Responsible for facilitating three psychoeducation groups daily which focus on physical and mental health, coping strategies, relapse prevention, sleep hygiene, healthy eating, and recovery. Manage patient milieu of up to 36 patients enrolled in either a mental health or dual diagnosis PHP or IOP, discussing individual or group issues and concerns. Lead therapeutic groups with a DBT focus.

Facilitate clinical care with an interdisciplinary team of professionals including licensed mental health counselors (LMHCs), clinical social workers (LCSWs/LICSWs), physicians, nurses, advanced practice nurses, and psychologists. Develop and maintain relationships with various external agency referral sources including Emergency Service Programs (ESPs), hospitals and clinics, detoxification programs, and schools. Attend and participate in internal and external meetings and committees, as requested.

Other duties as assigned by supervisor. Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in human services (e.g., psychology, social work, counseling, etc.). Exceptional communication and problem-solving skills. Strong public speaking skills.

Basic computer, telephone, and copy machine skills. Familiarity with DBT treatment modality preferred. Ability to maintain a calm and respectful demeanor when handling difficult people or situations.

Experience working with patients who have mental illness and/or substance use disorders preferred. Experience working in an outpatient environment and/or hospital setting preferred. Familiarity with organizational systems in behavioral health organizations preferred.

Experience working and using an Electronic Medical Record (EMR) preferred. Experience working as part of an interdisciplinary team preferred.

Bachelors Degree