Night Psychiatric Tech – Crisis Stabilization for Youth

Aspiranet; California (MO); On-site; USD 47,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) plan with employer matching

Paid holidays

Vacation & sick leave

Employee assistance program

Training opportunities

Job summary

Aspiranet in Santa Cruz, CA is seeking a compassionate Psychiatric Technician to join our Crisis Stabilization Unit (CSU) team. This full-time role involves providing high-quality medical and behavioral care to youth in crisis, including medication administration and supporting individualized treatment plans.

You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, document interventions, and ensure health, safety, and infection control standards are met.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing or Medical Assistant program.
• Current Psychiatric Technician certification or LVN license.
• Minimum of one year of professional nursing or medical assistant experience.
• CPR/BLR and First Aid certification.
• Minimum of two years’ experience with youth and families with emotional or behavioral challenges.
• State regulatory requirements including DOJ fingerprint clearance and TB/Health physical.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care and supervision to youth in CSU.
• Administer medications and monitor for side effects.
• Coordinate medical, physical, and dental needs with referrals.
• Deliver health screening, education, and counseling focused on wellness and mental health.
• Document interventions, progress, and observations.

Skills

Crisis stabilization

Nursing

Documentation

English proficiency

Time management

Education

Accredited nursing program or Medical Assistant program

Psychiatric Technician certification or LVN

Job description

Aspiranet in Santa Cruz, CA is seeking a compassionate Psychiatric Technician to join our Crisis Stabilization Unit (CSU) team. This full-time role involves providing high-quality medical and behavioral care to youth in crisis, including medication administration and supporting individualized treatment plans.

You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, document interventions, and ensure health, safety, and infection control standards are met.