Night Psychiatric Technician — Make a Difference

Meridian Health Services; West Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

Welcome Bonus 1500

Merit Based Compensation Plan

401k with company contribution

Voluntary benefits including critical/

Generous PTO plan

Wellness plan

Professional development funds

Life balance oriented organization

Job summary

Meridian Health Services is seeking a Full-time Psychiatric Technician for the Riverbend Hospital in West Lafayette, Indiana, working on the 7pm–7am shift. The role emphasizes direct patient care, safety monitoring, and collaboration with the nursing team to support treatment plans.

Responsibilities include assisting with ADLs, documenting observations, and participating in therapy activities while maintaining professional communication with staff, patients, and families.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited high school or its equivalent.
• At least 18 years of age at completion of orientation.
• CPR Certification Preferred.
• Drug screen TB test and extensive background check required.

Responsibilities

• Attends to clients' personal needs on Units; selection of activities and routines.
• Initiates and assists in client ADLs and daily living tasks.
• Encourages and engages clients in treatment, social, leisure and recreational activities.
• Maintains awareness of safety and infection control protocols; documents observations.

Skills

ADL care

Vital signs

Therapeutic communication

Safety monitoring

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Electronic Health Record (EHR)

Job description

Meridian Health Services is seeking a Full-time Psychiatric Technician for the Riverbend Hospital in West Lafayette, Indiana, working on the 7pm–7am shift. The role emphasizes direct patient care, safety monitoring, and collaboration with the nursing team to support treatment plans.

Responsibilities include assisting with ADLs, documenting observations, and participating in therapy activities while maintaining professional communication with staff, patients, and families.