Psychiatric Activity Technician

Carilion Clinic; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a compassionate Psychiatric Activity Technician to join their dynamic team. This role is crucial in ensuring the safety and well-being of patients with mental illness in an acute care setting. You will lead engaging group activities, advocate for patient rights, and provide essential support to both patients and their families. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of others and thrive in a collaborative environment, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a mission-driven organization dedicated to innovation and compassionate care.

Benefits

Employer Funded Pension Plan

Flexible Work Arrangements

Remote Work Options

Paid Time Off

Onsite Fitness Studios

Health and Wellness App Access

Childcare Discounts

Continued Education and Training

Qualifications

• High school graduate or GED required.
• Experience with managing patients with explosive potential.

Responsibilities

• Assist with observing patients and report unusual circumstances.
• Lead activity groups and provide psychological support.

Skills

Patient Advocacy

De-escalation Techniques

Communication Skills

Clinical Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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Requisition Number: 151070

How You’ll Help Transform Healthcare:

As a member of the multidisciplinary team, the Psychiatric Activity Technician assists with ensuring the safety of adults and children with mental illness on acute psychiatric hospital unit. Responsibilities include leading goals/wrap up groups. Actively participates with all unit activities providing support as indicated. Functions as a team member reporting appropriate observation and information while maintaining a safe therapeutic milieu.

The job duties of the Psychiatric Activity Technician include, but are not limited to, the following.

• Assists with observing the patients and reporting any unusual circumstances to licensed nurse.
• Is a patient advocate, protector of patient’s rights and provider of psychological/social/cultural support. Treats patients with respect and dignity. Calls patient by name, provides privacy, etc. Uses system resources to meet patient’s cultural and disability needs.
• Provides patients and their families with appropriate information and care in a timely manner.
• Leads activity groups including group games.
• Organizes and leads daily goals/wrap up groups. Reports to Adjunctive Therapy team and licensed nurse any issues or concerns by patients verbalized or written in groups.

12 hours Shifts, some weekends

What We Require:

Education: High school graduate or GED required.

Experience: Psychiatry related or nursing assistant experience preferred. Must possess ability to appropriately handle/restrain patients who may be disruptive and/or physically violent. Must be willing and able to learn medical terminology and clinical procedures. Experience/skills may be gained through on-the-job training and in-services as indicated.

Licensure, certification, and/or registration: De-escalation training must be successfully completed within four months of hire and then maintained going forward. Must be able to obtain AHA BLS-HCP. Valid Virginia State Driver’s license required in the NRV to transport patients.

Other Minimum Qualifications:Requires experience with or the ability for managing patients with explosive potential and/or escalating situations. Requires ability to function with minimum supervision, recognizing the need for direction and assistance in situations beyond his/her scope of capabilities. Requires ability to learn and participate as a team member. Requires clinical skills to work with child, adolescent and adult population understanding their growth and development

About Carilion

This is Carilion Clinic ...

An organization where innovation happens, collaboration is expected and ideas are valued. A not-for-profit, mission-driven health system built on progress and partnerships. A courageous team that is always learning, never discouraged and forever curious.

Headquartered in Roanoke, Va., you will find a robust system of award winning hospitals, Level 1 and 3 trauma centers, Level 3 NICU, Institute of Orthopedics and Neurosciences, multi-specialty physician practices, and The Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine and Research Institute.

Carilion is where you can make your own path, make new discoveries and, most importantly, make a difference. Here, in a place where the air is clean, people are kind and life is good. Make your tomorrow with us.

Requisition Number: 151070
Employment Status: Full time
Location: Carilion Roanoke Memorial Rehab Building
Shift: Day/Evening
Shift Details: 12 hours Shifts, some weekends
Recruiter Email: [e-mail]
For more information, contact the HR Service Center at 1-800-599-2537.

What matters to you is important to us—like benefits, rewards, and resources to improve your life.Carilion understands the importance of prioritizing your well-being to help you develop and thrive. When you make your tomorrow with us, we’ll enhance your potential to realize the best in yourself.Below are benefits available to you when you join Carilion:

• Employer Funded Pension Plan, vested after five years (Voluntary 403B)
• Flexible Work Arrangements/Schedules
• Remote Work Options
• Paid Time Off (accrued from day one)
• Onsite fitness studios and discounts to our Carilion Wellness centers
• Access to our health and wellness app, Virgin Pulse
• Discounts on childcare
• Continued education and training

Find more about Carilion Clinic’s benefits by vising our Total Rewards Page.

Nearest Major Market: Roanoke
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Carilion Clinic is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace a diverse workforce and provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified candidates without regard to Race, Color, Religion, Sex, National Origin, Protected Veterans status, Disability, Sexual Orientation or Gender Identity. Carilion is a Drug-Free Workplace. For more information or for individuals with disabilities needing special assistance with our online application process contact Carilion HR Service Center at 800-599-2537, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.