Psychiatric Technician Full Time (72642)
About The Position
Centurion is proud to be the provider of comprehensive healthcare services to the Idaho Department of Correction. Centurion Health contracts with state and local governments nationwide to provide comprehensive healthcare services to correctional facilities, state hospitals, and other community settings. Our dedication to making a difference and our passionate team of the best and the brightest healthcare employees has made us one of the leaders of the correctional health industry. We are currently seeking a full-time Psychiatric Technician to join our team at Pocatello Women's Correctional Center located in Pocatello, Idaho. The Psychiatric Technician, as part of the mental health team, will lead daily activities with patients including and not limited to proper hygiene, social skills, and recreational activities within the Acute Mental Health Unit. They will have the opportunity monitor, model, and teach effective behaviors to improve the lives of patients as well as work within a multidisciplinary team. The Psychiatric Technician will document and inform appropriate staff of significant changes in patient’s functioning. They will have the opportunity to assist facilitating group therapeutic sessions as well as the opportunity to facilitate psychoeducational groups. Mid-Day Evening Shift ; 4 -10 hour shifts. We offer excellent compensation and comprehensive benefits for our full-time team members including: Health, dental, vision, disability and life insurance 401(k) with company match Generous paid time off Paid holidays Flexible Spending Account Continuing Education benefits Much more...
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalency.
- Must be able to pass a background investigation and obtain agency security clearance where applicable
- 4, 10 hour Mid Day Shift with rotating weekends. Please note that some shifts may till 10pm
Nice To Haves
- Associates or Bachelor’s Degree in the social sciences i.e. psychology, social work, or counseling or related field preferred
- Experience working in a correctional mental health setting preferred.
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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
