Mental Health Technician: Therapeutic Care & Crisis Support

Stamford Health; Stamford (CT); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Stamford Health is seeking a Psychiatric Technician to provide a safe, therapeutic environment for psychiatric patients and assist with basic care needs. You will collaborate with the health team to implement individualized care plans and support patients during admissions, transitions, and discharges.

Responsibilities include monitoring patients, recording observations, and contributing to the therapeutic milieu while maintaining professional boundaries and safety.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in a related field or at least 1 year of related healthcare experience.
• BLS certification required.
• De-escalation (MOAB or CPI) certification within 6 months of hire.
• Electronic documentation and basic medical terminology.

Responsibilities

• Assist with maintaining a safe, hazard-free environment and report unsafe conditions.
• Respond promptly and calmly to crises or emergencies.
• Develop supportive rapport with patients and families within therapeutic boundaries.
• Perform patient and environmental rounds and report issues to supervising staff.
• Observe and document patient behaviors and responses.
• Collaborate with nursing to meet basic care needs and ADLs.

Skills

De-escalation training

Electronic documentation

Info interpretation

Education

Associate’s degree in related field

Bachelor’s degree preferred

BLS certification

Job description

Stamford Health is seeking a Psychiatric Technician to provide a safe, therapeutic environment for psychiatric patients and assist with basic care needs. You will collaborate with the health team to implement individualized care plans and support patients during admissions, transitions, and discharges.

Responsibilities include monitoring patients, recording observations, and contributing to the therapeutic milieu while maintaining professional boundaries and safety.