Psych Tech - Labor Pool - Days - Adolescent
About The Position
Works under the supervision of the Charge RN, Nursing Supervisor, Nurse Manager, or Director to provide personal care to patients and maintain their environment, including care for patients requiring special precautions. The role requires knowledge and skills to support patients of different ages on the assigned unit, understanding growth and development across the lifespan, and assessing and interpreting information about patients’ status and age-specific needs in accordance with departmental policies and procedures. The position serves children, adolescents, and adults seeking psychiatric and/or chemical dependency treatment. It includes intake and patient observation, care coordination, therapeutic and recreational activities, safety monitoring, and assistance with activities of daily living. This is a labor pool role with a minimum requirement of four 12-hour shifts in each scheduled six-week period, including at least two weekend shifts, plus one summer and one winter holiday each year.
Requirements
- CPR/BLS certification from the American Heart Association, American Red Cross, or American Safety and Health Institute, required within 30 days.
- First Aid certification from the American Heart Association, American Red Cross, or American Safety and Health Institute, required within 30 days.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma or GED.
- One year of behavioral health experience.
Responsibilities
- Assess and treat children, adolescents, and adults seeking psychiatric and/or chemical dependency treatment.
- Communicate patient, resident, and family needs accurately and completely to physicians.
- Become familiar with the plan of care and provide relevant input on its success or areas for improvement.
- Collaborate with referral sources, patients, families, and team members on care coordination, and provide follow-up as needed.
- Serve as an initial contact for patients, families, referral sources, and allied agencies seeking intervention or support.
- Complete accurate Intake Screening Reports documenting the patient’s or caller’s complaint and condition, including initial observations that reflect the patient’s status and age.
- Complete vital sign checks, mini-mental status exams, and belongings checks.
- Lead patients in therapeutic and recreational activities.
- Monitor patients’ physical and emotional well-being and report unusual behavior or physical ailments to medical staff.
- Observe patients for safety as directed by an RN or LPN, including through rounding, direct observation, and sitter assignments.
- Assist patients with activities of daily living, including hygiene, laundry, dressing, and personal care as needed.
- Work at least four 12-hour shifts in each scheduled six-week period, including at least two weekend shifts, and one summer and one winter holiday per year.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
