Psychiatric Technician: Full Time, 2nd Shift

Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Generous PTO

Tuition assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Davenport University tuition discounts

Job summary

Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services is seeking a dedicated professional to provide physical and emotional care to patients with mental illness or developmental delays on the second shift. The role involves maintaining a safe, therapeutic environment, crisis intervention, and support for daily living activities.

You will document progress and participate in treatment planning. The position requires a minimum of 6 months post-secondary education in behavioral sciences or CNA certification/

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months post-secondary education in behavioral sciences or equivalent (preferred).
• CNA certification or 1-2 years of college coursework (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Provide physical and emotional care to patients with mental illness or developmental delays.
• Maintain a safe, therapeutic environment and participate in crisis interventions, safety monitoring, and de-escalation.
• Assist with activities of daily living (bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, etc.).
• Document and report patient behaviors, progress, medications, and safety concerns.
• Support individual treatment plans and a recovery-focused, person-centered approach.
• Facilitate group activities, skill-building, and patient education.
• Perform unit and household duties (cleaning, laundry, meal prep).
• Escort and transport patients to appointments and community outings.
• Conduct safety checks, searches, and drug testing as needed.
• Role model Pine Rest's mission, values, and professionalism, assist in training, and perform basic administrative tasks

Education

Behavioral sciences education

CNA certification or college coursework

Job description

Who Are We?

We at Pine Rest believe in the power of healing and that everyone in our community has the right to expert care for mental health and substance use disorders. We are much more than just the third largest non-profit behavioral health system in the country, our 220-acre main campus, and our network of clinical sites across Michigan. We are a tight-knit community of healers who witness the impact of our life-changing work each day.

Cost Center

Scheduled Weekly Hours

32

Work Shift

Second Shift (United States of America)

Shift & Status

Full Time, 2nd Shift

3:00pm-11:30pm

Who Are We?

We at Pine Rest believe in the power of healing and that everyone in our community has the right to expert care for mental health and substance use disorders. We are much more than just the third largest non-profit behavioral health system in the country, our 220-acre main campus, and our network of clinical sites across Michigan. We are a tight-knit community of healers who witness the impact of our life-changing work each day.

Benefits & Incentives

• Medical, dental, vision & life insurance
• 403(b) retirement plan with Pine Rest match
• Generous PTO for full- and part-time employees
• Tuition assistance & loan forgiveness
• Employee Assistance Program (therapy, legal, financial, gym discounts, and more)
• Davenport University tuition discounts for employees and family members

Key Responsibilities

• Provide physical and emotional care to patients with mental illness or developmental delays
• Maintain a safe, therapeutic environment and participate in crisis interventions, safety monitoring, and de-escalation
• Assist with activities of daily living (bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, etc.)
• Document and report patient behaviors, progress, medications, and safety concerns
• Support individual treatment plans and a recovery-focused, person-centered approach
• Facilitate group activities, skill-building, and patient education
• Perform unit and household duties (cleaning, laundry, meal prep)
• Escort and transport patients to appointments and community outings
• Conduct safety checks, searches, and drug testing as needed
• Role model Pine Rest's mission, values, and professionalism, assist in training, and perform basic administrative tasks

Education & Experience

• Minimum 6 months post-secondary education in behavioral sciences or equivalent (preferred)
• CNA certification or 1-2 years of college coursework (preferred)

Schedule

• Onsite position
• May include weekends and holidays

Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination or harassment in accordance with federal, state, and local laws.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check, education verification, and pre-employment drug screening.

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