LICENSED PSYCHIATRIC TECHNICIAN - Pueblo West
About The Position
Looking to find personal and professional fulfillment? At Crossroads Turning Points, our employees have an opportunity to make a difference every day by helping people facing substance misuse and mental health challenges build a healthy lifestyle for their long-term recovery. Our dedicated team provides personalized care to ensure an environment that allows healing for anyone who walks through our doors. We are currently searching for a dynamic individual to become the LICENSED PSYCHIATRIC TECHNICIAN for our unit. This position coordinates care for the program's patients. Please note that all applicants must undergo a pre-employment drug screening, which includes testing for marijuana, as well as a comprehensive background check and a TB Test. This position is for Thursday to Saturday from 8:00 pm to 8:00 am.
Requirements
- A HS diploma or GED is required, and a bachelor's degree is preferred.
- A certification as a Psychiatric Technician is required.
- Experience (personal or familial) with substance use disorders (SUD) and/or mental health issues.
- Experience working in the field of alcohol, tobacco, and drug education/recovery, as well as with other high-risk populations.
- Must be organized and able to meet deadlines.
- Must be able to communicate effectively.
- Excellent computer skills are required.
- Valid driver's license and insurability.
- Strong organizational, communication & time management skills.
- Strong oral and written communication skills with the ability to relate well with the populations to be served and the public.
- Must be able to handle multiple tasks in a professional and timely manner.
Nice To Haves
- Bilingual (English and Spanish) is preferred but not required.
Responsibilities
- Measures and records patients’ vital signs using thermometers or blood pressure monitors.
- Monitors patients’ physical and emotional well-being and reports unusual behavior.
- Provides nursing, psychiatric, or personal care to patients.
- Observe and influence patients’ behavior, communicate and interact with them, and teach, counsel, and befriend them.
- Collaborates with or assists doctors, nurses, and clinical staff in treating, rehabilitating, and returning patients to the community.
- Encourages patients to develop work skills and to participate in social, recreational, and other therapeutic activities that enhance interpersonal skills and develop social relationships.
- Develops or teaches strategies to promote patient wellness and independence.
- Administers oral medications or hypodermic injections, following physicians’ prescriptions and hospital procedures.
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental & Vision Insurance
- Eight (8) Paid Holidays
- Two (2) Paid Administrative Holidays
- Career Advancement
- Retirement 401K with employer match up to 5%
- Many other benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
