Psychiatric Technician

The Harris Center for Mental Health and IDD; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The Harris Center for Mental Health and IDD est à la recherche d'un Psychiatric Technician pour fournir des soins directs aux patients dans un environnement de crise. Ce rôle implique la supervision de l'équipe, l'assistance aux patients dans leurs besoins quotidiens, et la collaboration avec les équipes cliniques pour garantir une approche de soins efficace. Avec une formation fournie et des opportunités de croissance, cette position offre également d'excellents avantages pour le bien-être des employés.

Benefits

Cell Phone Discounts

Student Loan Forgiveness Programs

Employee Assistance Program

Headspace Subscription

Generous Company Matching for Retirement

Qualifications

• Diplôme d'études secondaires requis.
• Une année d'expérience dans le domaine des soins directs en santé mentale souhaitée.
• Connaissance des techniques d'intervention en crise.

Responsibilities

• Promouvoir un environnement sûr pour les patients.
• Aider aux soins de base des patients comme l'alimentation et l'hygiène.
• Surveiller le comportement des patients et intervenir en cas d'urgence.

Skills

Communication

Compréhension des procédures d'infection

Techniques d'intervention en crise

Education

High School Diploma or General Education Diploma

Job description

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Brief Description

Brief Description

The Harris Center for Mental Health and IDD (“The HARRIS CENTER”) is looking for a Psychiatric Technician to join our team! The Lead Psychiatric Technician works under the supervision of the Lead Nurse or other Licensed nursing personal to provide direct care services to patients who are residents of the Youth Diversion Center. The position also helps to support the unit by supervising assigned staff. The Psychiatric Technician should maintain a safe and secure environment for all patients in crisis environment and provide support services to Nursing and Clinical Treatment teams. The position may also perform delegated nursing tasks and therefore would be under the supervision of a licensed nurse personnel when performing tasks.

Your Role In Action

• Promote a physically and emotionally safe environment, including ensuring regular rounds and patient and property searches are facilitated so patients can focus on managing their illnesses and disabilities to promote healing
• Aid in basic patient care such as eating, bathing, dressing, and teaching and encouraging basic hygiene and other daily living skills while observing patient progress to identify the need for additional services or changes in current treatment
• Provide behavioral emergency assistance, such as patient restraint using approved Agency curriculum or basic first aid when needed, as well as recognize and report homicidal or suicidal behaviors
• Monitor and document behavior of patients in seclusion or on precautions
• Performs duties (e.g. vital signs, specimen collection) as delegated by nursing personnel or assigned by a physician
• Utilize Standard Precautions appropriately to prevent the spread of infection
• Respects the rights, dignity, respect, and privacy of others
• Interacts with the community, colleagues, and patients by following the key principles of a trauma informed approach
• Assists with the development of Psychiatric Technician I work schedules and daily assignments as well as help with hiring and training of other Psychiatric Technician I
• Facilitates communication between all staff regarding patient's needs.
• Performs housekeeping duties when required or in the absence of housekeeping/cleaning crew.
• Demonstrates a positive and professional work ethic even functioning as a role model to residents.
• Complies with agency policies & procedures accreting/regulatory bodies & performs contract documentation requirements.
• Contributes to suicide care and prevention by embracing our values and applying a trauma-informed approach rooted in safety, trust, choice, collaboration, and empowerment.
  
  

Education

What qualifications do you need:

• High School Diploma or General Education Diploma.
  
  

Experience

• 1 year of direct care experience in psychiatric or behavioral healthcare environment preferred.
  
  

Other Key Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver’s license.
  
  

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Understanding of Standard Precautions and Infection Control Procedures.
• Knowledge of and the ability to apply Handle with Care Crisis Intervention Techniques (HWC III).
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to coordinate patient care with treatment team.
  
  

What We Have To Offer

The Harris Center not only offers a competitive salary but also a suite of excellent benefits designed to enrich your life both professionally and personally. Imagine a future with a robust retirement plan complemented by our generous company matching – a testament to our investment in your long-term financial well-being. Experience the unique advantage of our prior service credit, accelerating your journey towards a more substantial Paid Time Off accrual, empowering you to enjoy well-deserved breaks.

Enjoy Cell Phone Discounts, exclusive entertainment deals through Tickets at Work, and a free Headspace subscription for mental wellness. Additionally, our Employee Assistance Program supports your overall well-being.

Take advantage of significant financial relief through student loan forgiveness as a valued member of The Harris Center team. As a qualifying entity, our employees are eligible for various student loan forgiveness programs, designed to alleviate the financial burdens associated with higher education.

What Else You Should Know

• This position is associated with position #50096
• This position is located at 6160 S. Loop
• Sunday - Thursday 9:45PM - 6:15AM
  
  

About Us

The Harris Center is the state-designated Local Mental Health Authority and Local Intellectual and Developmental Disability (IDD) Authority serving Harris County, Texas. As the largest behavioral and developmental disability care center in Texas, The Harris Center provides care to over 90,000 people and has an annual budget of over $300 million.

As part of its mission to transform the lives of people with behavioral health and IDD needs in the third largest county in the United States, The Harris Center provides a full continuum of services at 80 different sites across Harris County. In addition, services are provided in more than 40 different languages as well as sign language in order to better serve what is one of the largest communities in the nation.

By utilizing the unique expertise of its more than 2,500 employees, The Harris Center is committed to meeting the behavioral health and IDD needs of Harris County residents and giving them hope to live to their fullest potential.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Mental Health Care, Hospitals and Health Care, and Non-profit Organizations

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