Travel Psychiatric Technician Job

TLC Healthforce • Rochester, NY

2d • $873 - $896

About The Position

Step into a pivotal role as a Psychiatric Technician in Rochester, New York, where compassionate care meets professional growth and every shift is an opportunity to empower someone toward resilience. In this assignment, you will play a vital part in stabilizing moods, supporting daily routines, and guiding patients through recovery with dignity and respect. Your clinical presence, attention to safety, and skilled communication will help patients navigate crises, participate in meaningful activities, and build skills that support long‑term well-being. This is more than a job—it's a chance to contribute to a community that values empathy, expertise, and the meaningful difference a dedicated professional can make. And as you work, you’ll enjoy exploring a state renowned for its natural beauty, rich history, and dynamic urban culture. From the serene expanse of Lake Ontario’s shoreline to Rochester’s lively arts scene, New York invites you to experience a region where work and life harmonize in inspiring ways. Rochester is a compelling hub for behavioral health, offering access to leading medical centers, academic collaborations, and a network of supportive colleagues who share a commitment to excellent patient care. The role also opens pathways to opportunities across the United States, giving you the flexibility to broaden your experience in diverse settings and patient populations. You’ll gain exposure to hospital‑based acute care environments, inpatient psychiatric units, community mental health programs, and residential treatment facilities, each presenting unique case mixes that sharpen assessment skills, treatment planning, and crisis‑intervention abilities. The variety fosters continual growth and helps you build a robust clinical toolkit that travels with you, wherever your career takes you next. Whether you aspire to deepen clinical expertise, pursue specialty certifications, or move into leadership roles, this assignment can serve as a springboard toward your professional goals. As a Psychiatric Technician, your daily responsibilities will center on compassionate, diligent care. You’ll observe and document patient behavior, monitor safety and vitals, assist with activities of daily living, and support structured therapeutic activities within a therapeutic milieu. You’ll participate in care planning alongside licensed clinicians, contribute to de‑escalation strategies, and help implement behavioral supports designed to promote engagement and recovery. You may assist with medication administration in accordance with facility policy and regulatory guidelines, always prioritizing patient safety and accurate documentation. The role is hands‑on and collaborative, requiring clear communication with nurses, social workers, psychologists, and family members when appropriate. With dedicated supervision, you’ll grow your clinical judgment, refine your crisis response skills, and deepen your understanding of psychiatric care across age groups and diagnoses. Benefits and growth are central to this opportunity. The compensation package is competitive and reflects the expertise you bring to the role, including a weekly pay range of $873–$896. In recognition of performance and patient outcomes, you may be eligible for bonuses, such as sign‑on or performance incentives, aligned with assignment specifics. Housing assistance is available to ease transitions for those relocating, and assignment lengths are designed with flexibility in mind, offering extension opportunities to provide continuity of care for patients and ongoing professional development for you. The arrangement is set up to help you balance your life while gaining exposure to different facilities and treatment approaches across the Northeast and beyond. Please note that hours and pay are estimates that may vary; final compensation and any guaranteed hours will be confirmed during the hiring process. Start date is January 20, 2026, with assignments running for defined weeks and the potential for extensions based on performance and facility needs. A strong corporate culture underpins every assignment. Our values center on empowering staff, valuing continuous learning, and cultivating a supportive environment where your ideas and contributions matter. You’ll find mentors and peers who cheer your progress, provide ongoing education, and help you chart a path toward leadership, specialty certification, and expanded responsibilities within psychiatric care. The commitment to your career is matched by a commitment to your well‑being; comprehensive support resources are available around the clock, including 24/7 assistance while you travel with the company. Whether you’re navigating a new city, settling into a housing arrangement, or coordinating licensure and credentialing steps, you’ll have a reliable partner at your side. If you’re ready to apply your compassion, clinical skill, and resilience to a diverse range of clinical settings while advancing your career, this is your moment. Rochester, New York, is calling you to join a team that values patient outcomes as much as your professional growth. Embrace the chance to impact lives, expand your expertise, and build a future in behavioral health that reflects your dedication and aspiration. Ready to take the next step? Apply today and begin a transformative journey that respects your contributions, supports your development, and rewards your commitment to compassionate care.

Responsibilities

• Observe and document patient behavior
• Monitor safety and vitals
• Assist with activities of daily living
• Support structured therapeutic activities within a therapeutic milieu
• Participate in care planning alongside licensed clinicians
• Contribute to de‑escalation strategies
• Help implement behavioral supports designed to promote engagement and recovery
• Assist with medication administration in accordance with facility policy and regulatory guidelines
• Prioritize patient safety and accurate documentation
• Communicate with nurses, social workers, psychologists, and family members when appropriate

Benefits

• Competitive weekly pay
• Bonuses, such as sign‑on or performance incentives
• Housing assistance
• Assignment lengths are designed with flexibility in mind, offering extension opportunities
• Comprehensive support resources are available around the clock, including 24/7 assistance while you travel with the company
• Referral Bonus Earn up to $1,000 per referral — no employment required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed