Detox Psychiatric Tech - Part-Time Care & Therapy

Urban League of Nebraska, Inc.; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Douglas County - Community Mental Health Center is seeking a Part Time Psychiatric Technician - Detox. You will work under a Psychiatric RN or designee to deliver basic nursing care and comfort to patients in a secure psychiatric setting.

Compensation ranges from $22.56 to $28.51 per hour. The position is entry-level, with required CPR/CPI training within 6 months of hire, and a pre-employment background and health screening.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• CPR and CPI training within 6 months of hire required.
• Pre-employment criminal record check, conditional offer drug screen and physical assessment required.
• Equivalent combination of education and work experience may be substituted for requirements on a year-for-year basis.

Responsibilities

• Perform clinical activities based on patient treatment plan.
• Establish and maintain effective work relationships with clients, supervisors, County employees, elected officials, attorneys, law enforcement, judges, other agencies, and the public.
• Attend shift report meetings exchanging information and providing continuity of care.
• Obtain, document, and chart patients’ vital signs and other data (e.g. height, weight, BMI).
• Observe psychosocial interactions, reporting changes/abnormal behavior to Supervisor.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Douglas County - Community Mental Health Center is seeking a Part Time Psychiatric Technician - Detox. You will work under a Psychiatric RN or designee to deliver basic nursing care and comfort to patients in a secure psychiatric setting.

Compensation ranges from $22.56 to $28.51 per hour. The position is entry-level, with required CPR/CPI training within 6 months of hire, and a pre-employment background and health screening.