LICENSED PSYCHIATRIC TECHNICIAN (Nights) - Pueblo West

Crossroads Turning Points Inc; Pueblo West (CO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental & Vision Insurance

Eight paid holidays

401K with match

Career advancement

Job summary

Crossroads Turning Points Inc. in Pueblo West, CO is seeking a Licensed Psychiatric Technician to coordinate patient care in a residential unit.

The role includes monitoring vital signs, providing nursing and psychiatric support, and collaborating with physicians, nurses, and staff to help patients recover and reintegrate into the community. The position requires a HS diploma or GED, a Psychiatric Technician certification, and experience with substance use disorders or mental health issues.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED required; bachelor's degree preferred.
• Psychiatric Technician certification required.
• Experience with substance use disorders or mental health issues.
• Experience in education/recovery for high-risk populations is a plus.
• Must be organized and able to meet deadlines.
• Effective communication and writing skills; valid driver's license and insurability.

Responsibilities

• Measures and records vital signs using standard equipment.
• Provides nursing, psychiatric, or personal care to patients.
• Collaborates with doctors, nurses and staff to treat and rehabilitate patients.
• Encourages patients to develop work skills and social activities.
• Develops strategies to promote wellness and independence.
• Administers medications per physician orders.

Skills

Communication skills

Patient care

Organization

Time management

Bilingual EN/ES (preferred)

Education

HS Diploma/GED

Bachelor's degree preferred

Psychiatric Technician certification

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Pueblo West, CO 81007, Salary Range: $61,033.00 - $61,033.00 Hourly, We are currently searching for a dynamic individual to become theLICENSED PSYCHIATRIC TECHNICIAN for our unit.This position coordinates care for the program's patients.

Please note that all applicants must undergo a pre-employment drug screening, which includes testing for marijuana, as well as a comprehensive background check and a TB Test.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Measures and records patients’ vital signs using thermometers or blood pressure monitors. Monitors patients’ physical and emotional well-being and reports unusual behavior.
• Provides nursing, psychiatric, or personal care to patients. Observe and influence patients’ behavior, communicate and interact with them, and teach, counsel, and befriend them.
• Collaborates with or assists doctors, nurses, and clinical staff in treating, rehabilitating, and returning patients to the community.
• Encourages patients to develop work skills and to participate in social, recreational, and other therapeutic activities that enhance interpersonal skills and develop social relationships.
• Develops or teaches strategies to promote patient wellness and independence.
• Administers oral medications or hypodermic injections, following physicians’ prescriptions and hospital procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS

• A HS diploma or GED is required, and a bachelor's degree is preferred.
• A certification as a Psychiatric Technician is required.

Experience

• Experience (personal or familial) with substance use disorders (SUD) and/or mental health issues.
• Experience working in the field of alcohol, tobacco, and drug education/recovery, as well as with other high-risk populations.

Other

• Must be organized and able to meet deadlines.
• Must be able to communicate effectively.
• Excellent computer skills are required.
• Valid driver's license and insurability.
• Strong organizational, communication & time management skills.
• Strong oral and written communication skills with the ability to relate well with the populations to be served and the public.
• Bilingual (English and Spanish) is preferred but not required.
• Must be able to handle multiple tasks in a professional and timely manner.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Must be able to stand, walk, and sit while driving for the shift. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• The position is in a residential setting.

Benefits

• Medical.
• Dental & Vision Insurance.
• Eight (8) Paid Holidays.
• Two (2) Paid Administrative Holidays.
• Career Advancement.
• Retirement 401K with employer match up to 5%.
• Many other benefits.

Closing Date

November 28, 2026 or open until filled.

Rate

$61,033.00 Yearly Salary (Exempt)

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