Psychiatric Technician — Patient Care & Therapy Support

Utah; Salt Lake City (UT); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Utah Health seeks a part-time Behavioral Health support role in Salt Lake City. The position provides a safe, supportive environment for psychiatric patients and assists with basic patient care needs under supervision.

Duties include admissions, safety checks, patient orientation, and coordinating with nursing and therapy teams. Ideal candidates have at least six months of behavioral health or direct patient care experience and possess the ability to observe, report, and respond in

Qualifications

• Six months of behavioral health or direct patient care experience (e.g., CNA, MA, HCA, teacher's aide).
• Ability to observe and report patient behavior and assist with safety.
• Multilingual abilities are welcomed.

Responsibilities

• Assist in maintaining a safe, hazard-free environment.
• Assist with admission/assessment of new patients.
• Orient patients and families to facility policies.
• Escort patients to appointments and activities.
• Lead or co-lead group activities and therapies.
• Contribute to patient care planning and discharge planning.

Skills

Patient observation

Crisis intervention

Group facilitation

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Job description

University of Utah Health seeks a part-time Behavioral Health support role in Salt Lake City. The position provides a safe, supportive environment for psychiatric patients and assists with basic patient care needs under supervision.

Duties include admissions, safety checks, patient orientation, and coordinating with nursing and therapy teams. Ideal candidates have at least six months of behavioral health or direct patient care experience and possess the ability to observe, report, and respond in