Lead Crisis Unit Psychiatric Technician

CATCH, Inc.; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

CATCH Inc. is seeking a Crisis Unit - Senior Psychiatric Technician in Philadelphia to supervise residents on the day shift and provide targeted life-skills support.

The role requires coordination with case managers, completion of clinical notes, and active participation in intake and crisis evaluations. You will help develop treatment plans, assist with transitions to residential programs, and ensure accurate documentation while adhering to PA state regulations and company policies.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in a related field and 5 years of mental health direct care experience, 2 years supervisory.
• Must have PA criminal history, FBI clearance and Child Abuse clearance prior to hire.
• Must meet state regulations and follow CATCH Policies and Procedures and professional mental health standards.

Responsibilities

• Supervise residents during scheduled shifts and provide life skills support.
• Complete clinical notes for assigned participants and psych tech notes on shift.
• Attend and participate in intake and evaluation of consumers in crisis.
• Assist in developing treatment plans and transition to residential programs.
• Participate in formulation of client care plans and aftercare planning.
• Assist consumers with activities of daily living (ADLs).
• Serve as liaison between clients, case manager, and crisis residence; assist clients in obtaining long-term housing.
• Coordinate care: telephone screening, scheduling/follow-up on appointments, and accompanying clients off-site as needed.
• Review consumer charts for documentation accuracy and complete shift report log with verbal handoff to oncoming staff.
• Perform all other duties assigned by the Program Manager.

Skills

Decision Making

Communication

Time Management

Team Oriented

Ethical Conduct

Problem Solving/Analysis

Thoroughness

Education

Bachelors Degree in related field

Job description

CATCH Inc. is seeking a Crisis Unit - Senior Psychiatric Technician in Philadelphia to supervise residents on the day shift and provide targeted life-skills support.

The role requires coordination with case managers, completion of clinical notes, and active participation in intake and crisis evaluations. You will help develop treatment plans, assist with transitions to residential programs, and ensure accurate documentation while adhering to PA state regulations and company policies.