Psychiatric Technician II

Description

: Overview of Unit / Department

Adult Psychiatric Units I and II provide care for adult patients (ages 18–50) experiencing acute mental health needs. Each unit includes 21 beds, divided into two wings : a 14-bed lower acuity wing and a 7-bed higher acuity wing, allowing for tailored, patient-centered care.

These units are built around a strong commitment to safety and creating a supportive, therapeutic environment that promotes healing and mental wellness. Staff play a vital role in fostering stability, trust, and recovery for patients during vulnerable moments in their lives.

Additional Information About the Position for Qualified Candidates

• Up to $1,800 Sign-On Bonus
• Up to 24 hours of front-loaded Paid Time Off
• Up to $3,000 Relocation bonus
• Up to $0.50Certification pay
• Up to $0.50 BS pay
• Job Summary
• ? Provide basic patient care under direction of nursing staff. Obtains information on patient condition as requested by the nursing staff, and reports any changes in patient condition.
• Job Requirements
• ? Education
• ? Required : High School Diploma or equivalent
• ? Preferred : Bachelor's Degree in psychology or related field
• ? Experience
• ? Preferred : Previous experience with mental health or age specific population
• ? Skills
• ? Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• ? Exhibits valuable time management skills
• ? Strong analytical / problem solving skills.
• ? Flexibility and ability to work in a multi-tasking environment.
• ? Licensure / Certification / Registration
• ? BLS must be obtained within 90 days and maintained throughout employment
• ? Must obtain department specific certifications within the designated time frameEducation : ? Required : High School Diploma or equivalent ? Preferred : Bachelor's Degree in psychology or related field

Experience : ? Preferred : Previous experience with mental health or age specific population

Skills : ? Excellent verbal and written communication skills ? Exhibits valuable time management skills ? Strong analytical / problem solving skills. ? Flexibility and ability to work in a multi-tasking environment.

Licensure / Certification / Registration : ? Must obtain department specific certifications within the designated time frame