Compassionate Psych Tech - Patient Care & Support

Riverside Health; United States; On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Riverside Health in Hampton, Virginia is seeking a Behavioral Health assistant to provide patient care under supervision. The role includes intake screening, vital signs, safety monitoring, and assisting with daily living activities, with shifts that include weekends and holiday coverage.

Qualifications include a High School Diploma or GED, 1 year of behavioral health experience preferred, and CPR/BLS and First Aid certifications within 30 days.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED (preferred).
• Experience: 1 year behavioral health preferred.
• Licenses: CPR/BLS and First Aid within 30 days (required).

Responsibilities

• Assesses and treats psychiatric and/or chemical dependency patients.
• Communicates patient needs to physicians accurately and completely.
• Collaborates with referral sources, patients, families and team.
• Provides intake screening reports and initial observations.
• Performs vital signs checks and cognitive assessments.
• Leads patients in therapeutic activities.
• Monitors wellbeing and reports unusual findings to medical staff.
• Assists with activities of daily living as needed.

Skills

Intake screening

Vital signs

Therapeutic activities

Safety observation

ADL assistance

Team communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Riverside Health in Hampton, Virginia is seeking a Behavioral Health assistant to provide patient care under supervision. The role includes intake screening, vital signs, safety monitoring, and assisting with daily living activities, with shifts that include weekends and holiday coverage.

Qualifications include a High School Diploma or GED, 1 year of behavioral health experience preferred, and CPR/BLS and First Aid certifications within 30 days.