Psychiatric Technician III
6 days ago
Join the County of Los Angeles in addressing the homelessness crisis and providing essential mental health services to those in need.
About the Role:We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Psychiatric Technician III to join our team. As a key member of our emergency response team, you will be responsible for providing direct care to individuals experiencing homelessness, including administering medications, conducting interviews, and making program services referrals.
Key Responsibilities:- Administer prescribed medications to clients in acute psychiatric settings
- Interview clients, family members, and friends to obtain collateral information
- Make program services referrals for persons identified as mentally ill
- Conduct audits of client records for compliance with documentation guidelines
- Participate in multidisciplinary team conferences and collaborate with other mental health staff to develop treatment plans
- Provide direct client care, complete required documentation, and update treatment teams regarding client progress
- Provide client, family members, and significant others with referrals and linkage to community resources
- Provide consultation to community agencies on the utilization of mental health and support services
- Provide in-service training to departmental staff and volunteers on crisis intervention and management of assaultive behavior
- Participate as a member of a Crisis Response Team in an inpatient psychiatric setting
- Coordinate the activities of a Psychiatric Mobile Response Team or similar service team with law enforcement, courts, schools, and other agencies
- Serve as a member of a Homeless Outreach and Engagement Team, providing initial assessments in the field and linking homeless mentally ill to mental health services
- Coordinate the work of Psychiatric Technicians or others in the delivery of mental health services at an inpatient or outpatient facility
- Coordinate or develop psychological rehabilitation programs for the chronically and persistently mentally ill
- Lead and provide technical supervision to lower-level psychiatric technicians and support staff assigned to provide mental health services
- Serve as a mental health service gatekeeper at the mental health ACCESS and Telecommunications Center, performing triage on caller requests for service
- Assist Psychiatrists in completing and checking for accuracy on Treatment Authorization Request (TAR) and Prior Authorization (PA) forms
- Promptly respond to phone calls and walk-ins from clients regarding medication-related issues
- Maintain medication inventory, organization, expiration dates, and room/refrigerator temperature logs in the Medication Room
- Order supplies for the Medication Room
- Maintain a caseload of clients and facilitate routine follow-up and case management services as needed
- Work in conjunction with other team members to facilitate services within the Care Clinic Model
- Prepare and sign the application for immediate 72-hour detention of disturbed psychiatric clients if Lanterman-Petris-Short (LPS) designated by the Office of Medical Director
- Two years of experience at the level of Psychiatric Technician II in the County of Los Angeles
- Possession of a current, active, and unrestricted California State License to practice as a Psychiatric Technician
- Some positions in this classification may require possession of a valid California Class C Driver License to perform job-related essential functions
The County of Los Angeles offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for professional growth and development. As a member of our team, you will have the chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals experiencing homelessness and contribute to the development of innovative mental health services.
We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from diverse candidates. If you are passionate about providing exceptional care and support to those in need, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
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