Psychiatric Technician - Full Time (80478)
About The Position
Centurion is seeking a full-time Psychiatric Technician to join their team at the Idaho Maximum Security Institution in Kuna, Idaho. This role is part of the mental health team and will involve leading daily activities for patients in the Acute Mental Health Unit, focusing on proper hygiene, social skills, and recreational activities. The technician will monitor, model, and teach effective behaviors, work within a multidisciplinary team, and document significant changes in patient functioning. There are opportunities to assist with and facilitate therapeutic and psychoeducational group sessions.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalency.
- Must be able to pass a background investigation and obtain agency security clearance where applicable.
Nice To Haves
- Associates or Bachelor’s Degree in the social sciences i.e. psychology, social work, or counseling or related field.
- Experience working in a correctional mental health setting.
Responsibilities
- Lead daily activities with patients including proper hygiene, social skills, and recreational activities within the Acute Mental Health Unit.
- Monitor, model, and teach effective behaviors to improve the lives of patients.
- Work within a multidisciplinary team.
- Document and inform appropriate staff of significant changes in patient’s functioning.
- Assist facilitating group therapeutic sessions.
- Facilitate psychoeducational groups.
Benefits
- Health, dental, vision, disability and life insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Generous paid time off
- Paid holidays
- Flexible Spending Account
- Continuing Education benefits
- Pet Insurance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
