Child Psychiatric Technician | QMHA-Eligible

Albertina Kerr; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Albertina Kerr in Portland, OR seeks a Psychiatric Technician QMHA-eligible to provide direct care for children and adolescents in acute psychiatric episodes. You’ll run skills groups, guide recreational activities, and support daily living tasks within a strength-based, collaborative team.

Position requires QMHA eligibility within 90 days of hire or existing certification, plus a bachelor’s degree or 3 years of relevant behavioral health experience.

Qualifications

• QMHA certification required; eligibility within 90 days of start.
• Bachelor’s degree or 3 years of relevant behavioral health experience.
• Experience with clients with high behavioral acuity.
• Understanding of age-specific child development.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient computer skills and ability to learn new systems.
• Physical requirements: lifting, bending, standing for extended periods.
• Knowledge or ability to follow Oregon Intervention System (OIS) protocols.

Responsibilities

• Conducts evaluations and assessments of clients.
• Ensures clients’ safety and provides basic needs (food, clothing, hygiene).
• Consults treatment plans to apply appropriate care.
• Teaches social skills and facilitates socialization.
• Facilitates educational and therapeutic groups for clients.
• Documents notes and completes incident reporting.
• Performs safeguarding interventions.
• Performs cleaning and housekeeping tasks.

Skills

QMHA certification

Behavioral health experience

Age-appropriate development

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Physical capability

Computer skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field

3 years behavioral health experience

Job description

Albertina Kerr in Portland, OR seeks a Psychiatric Technician QMHA-eligible to provide direct care for children and adolescents in acute psychiatric episodes. You’ll run skills groups, guide recreational activities, and support daily living tasks within a strength-based, collaborative team.

Position requires QMHA eligibility within 90 days of hire or existing certification, plus a bachelor’s degree or 3 years of relevant behavioral health experience.