Psychiatric Services Technician - Full Time | Nights

Singing River Health System • Pascagoula, MS

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The Psychiatric Technician functions as a member of the psychiatric patient care team and provides direct care and support to individuals with mental health disorders. The role includes assisting patients with daily activities, observing and documenting patient behavior, and collaborating with the clinical team to support patient well-being and safety. The position is in Inpatient Behavioral Health Services at Singing River Pascagoula Hospital, with a 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. shift.

The technician must demonstrate appropriate clinical judgment and apply professional skills to patients of all ages. The position requires effective communication, attention to detail, the ability to multitask in complex situations, emotional stability, and the ability to work under pressure. The technician must maintain collaborative and respectful working relationships and provide professional customer service.

Work is moderately active and may involve sitting, moving about the office and facility, traveling to another facility within the SRHS service area, and frequently lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling negligible amounts of weight, including the human body. Work also involves repetitive hand and wrist movements while using office equipment, exposure to bodily fluids, and the ability to hear and see clearly for work tasks. The technician must be able to remain active for extended periods and work assigned schedules, with possible changes to days off, shifts, or weekends based on hospital needs.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must complete and maintain BCLS certification upon hire and/or transfer.
• Must complete appropriate-level de-escalation training by the end of position orientation, within 90 days.
• Must demonstrate appropriate clinical judgment and apply professional skills to a patient population of all ages.
• Must demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to receive and give information in person and by telephone.
• Must have proficient computer skills, including keyboard proficiency, and the ability to use office technology, MS Outlook, and Word.
• Must be able to work assigned schedules, which may change according to hospital needs, including changes to off days, shifts, or weekends.
• Must demonstrate attention to detail, multitasking ability, emotional stability, and the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Nice To Haves

• One year of experience as a Nurse Assistant or in a related field preferred.
• Mental health experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care and support to individuals with mental health disorders.
• Assist patients with daily activities.
• Observe and document patient behavior.
• Collaborate with the clinical team to support patient well-being and safety.
• Apply appropriate clinical judgment and professional skills to patients of all ages.
• Use computers and office technology, including a telephone, fax, MS Outlook, and Word.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED