Child & Adolescent Psychiatric Technician - Crisis Care

Albertina-Ker; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid medical, dental, and vision

401(k) retirement savings with up to 4

Plausible employer benefits

Paid holidays and generous time off

EAP (Employee Assistance Plan)

Training and career development

Job summary

Albertina Kerr is seeking a Psychiatric Technician II to support children and adolescents in a subacute psychiatric crisis program in Oregon. You will conduct evaluations, support daily living activities, and implement treatment plans under a multidisciplinary team, with a focus on safety and trauma-informed care.

The role requires facilitating social and therapeutic groups, documenting care, and adhering to the Oregon Intervention System.

Qualifications

• Meets requirements to register as a QMHA.
• Experience with children and adolescents in mental health settings.
• Ability to work on swing shifts Sunday-Wednesday and Wednesday-Saturday.
• Knowledge of Oregon Intervention System (OIS).

Responsibilities

• Conducts evaluations and assessments of clients.
• Assists clients with personal safety, basic needs, and hygiene.
• Consults treatment plans to guide care for developmental needs.
• Teaches social skills and facilitates socialization opportunities.
• Facilitates educational and therapeutic skills groups.
• Documents notes and completes incident reporting.
• Performs safeguarding interventions.
• Works with a multidisciplinary team.

Skills

Adept problem-solving

Verbal communication

Written communication

Computer skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

QMHA registration

Job description

Albertina Kerr is seeking a Psychiatric Technician II to support children and adolescents in a subacute psychiatric crisis program in Oregon. You will conduct evaluations, support daily living activities, and implement treatment plans under a multidisciplinary team, with a focus on safety and trauma-informed care.

The role requires facilitating social and therapeutic groups, documenting care, and adhering to the Oregon Intervention System.