Behavioral Health Tech — Night Shift, On-Site

Virtua; Somerset Park (NJ); On-site; USD 27,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Sick leave

Tuition assistance

Retirement plan (403(b) / 401(k))

Job summary

Virtua Health is seeking a Psychiatric Care Tech to support patient safety and assist with therapeutic activities under the guidance of registered nurses. The role includes one-to-one emotional support, implementing the multidisciplinary treatment plan, and performing essential care tasks in a hospital setting.

The position requires at least 1 year of related experience or a 4-year psychology degree, with BLS certification preferred.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of previous experience working as a PCT or with Behavioral Health in a residential or inpatient setting.
• Experience in Non-Violent Crisis Intervention preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensures safety of the patient, under the direction of the RN, by implementing applicable policies and procedures when rounding on patients and the unit.
• Provides therapeutic group and individual activity for patients.
• Provides emotional support and behavioral redirection to patients, under the direction of the RN, by implementing interventions from the multidisciplinary plan.
• Completes necessary physical care including vital signs and Point of Care (POC) testing.

Education

HS Diploma

Bachelor's degree in Psychology preferred

Job description

Virtua Health is seeking a Psychiatric Care Tech to support patient safety and assist with therapeutic activities under the guidance of registered nurses. The role includes one-to-one emotional support, implementing the multidisciplinary treatment plan, and performing essential care tasks in a hospital setting.

The position requires at least 1 year of related experience or a 4-year psychology degree, with BLS certification preferred.