Psychiatric Technician Specialist
5 days ago
Job Overview
The County of Los Angeles is seeking a skilled Psychiatric Technician to join our team. As a Psychiatric Technician, you will work closely with patients and healthcare professionals to provide high-quality care and support.
Salary: $46,693.20 - $62,904.00 per year
Location: Los Angeles County, CA
About the Job
Assist professional staff members in the delivery of mental health services or the delivery of indirect and direct patient care to clients who are mentally ill or emotionally disturbed.
Essential Functions
- Applies principles of mental health in relationships with mentally ill or emotionally disturbed clients as a member of a Psychiatric Mobile Response Team, Clinical Behavioral Management Response Team, crisis intervention team or therapeutic team at an outpatient or inpatient facility.
- Observes, evaluates, records and reports to professional staff significant changes in the client's condition.
- Provides direct and indirect patient care including helping clients with personal hygiene such as bathing and personal grooming.
- Records measures of the client's physical condition such as pulse, temperature, respiration, weight, and body mass index.
- Aids or restrains clients to prevent injury to themselves or others.
- Prepares appropriate forms in connection with emergency calls, evaluation of the client's condition, and maintenance of the client's records.
- Assists professional staff members in providing and documenting occupational, recreational and vocational therapy programs related to the client's treatment plan.
- Administers, either orally or by injection, prescribed medications to clients in acute psychiatric settings.
- May sign the application for immediate 72-hour detention of disturbed psychiatric clients if Lanterman-Petris-Short (LPS) designated by the Office of Medical Director.
Requirements
- LICENSE: A valid California State License to practice as a Psychiatric Technician.
- PHYSICAL CLASS: 4 - Arduous. Involves frequent heavy lifting over 25 pounds, often combined with bending, twisting, or working on irregular surfaces; and occasionally requires extraordinary physical activity.
Benefits
The County of Los Angeles offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. Employees also receive paid time off, holidays, and retirement savings options.
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