Psychiatric Technician

Found in: Lensa US P 2 C2 - 2 weeks ago

Lapeer, United States McLaren Health Care Full time

Salary Range: $16.00 to $21.76 per hour

Schedule: 3rd Shift

Position Summary:

Working under the direction of an RN and in compliance with the treatment plan, provides therapeutic care and monitors patients conditions. Assists patients in their daily activities and ensures a safe, clean environment.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

:

  1. Observes patients behavior, listen to their concerns, and records their condition, observations and services performed.

  2. Leads patients in therapeutic and recreational activities.

  3. Assists with admitting, transporting and discharging patients.


Qualifications:

Required

  • Associates degree in human services field or science, or;

  • Student currently enrolled in an accredited Nursing Program who has completed mental health clinical rotation, or;

  • High school diploma with three years providing direct patient care on an inpatient psychiatric unit or residential setting, or;

  • High school diploma with three years of relevant experience in human services (social services, law enforcement, community mental health, hospital, or criminal justice) or working as security officer in a hospital setting


Preferred

  • Previous experience working with persons with mental illness or substance abuse disorders

  • Bachelors degree in human services field or science