Psychiatric Technician - Weekend Shifts (Matti's House)

CATCH Inc.; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Paid time off and holidays

403(b) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program resources

CATCH Fitness Center access

Job summary

CATCH, Inc. is seeking a Psychiatric Technician for weekend shifts at Matti's House, a 16-bed residential program in Philadelphia. You will provide direct support, recovery coaching, and day-to-day care to residents under supervision.

The role emphasizes hands‑on help, observation of mood and safety, and documentation. A strong team focus and trauma‑informed approach are valued in this setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; college coursework preferred.
• Experience supporting adults with serious mental illness in residential, inpatient, crisis, emergency-services, or other behavioral health settings.
• Valid driver's license and ability to meet CATCH requirements for operating an agency vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Support residents in carrying out individualized treatment, rehabilitation, and transition plans.
• Provide coaching and skill-building support related to personal care, communication, community participation, conflict resolution, and other recovery goals.
• Lead or co‑lead structured groups and activities and support residents during meals, appointments, and community outings.
• Observe residents' behavior, mood, functioning, and safety and promptly communicate significant changes or concerns to clinical or nursing staff.
• Complete progress notes, shift documentation, incident reports, and other required records accurately and on time.
• Use approved de‑escalation and crisis‑response practices and help maintain a safe, respectful, trauma‑informed environment.
• Transport residents in an agency vehicle when assigned and participate in team meetings, supervision, and required training.

Skills

Clear communication

Dependable attendance

Sound judgment

Professional boundaries

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

College coursework preferred

Job description

Psychiatric Technician - Weekend Shifts (Matti's House)

2709 N Broad Street, 2709 N. Broad Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Thursday, August 27, 2026 at 4:00 AM

MATTI'S HOUSE LTSR

Psychiatric Technician - Matti's House

Direct support, recovery coaching, and residential care

$17.00 per hour

2709 N. Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA

Matti's House is a 16-bed Long-Term Structured Residence providing 24-hour staffing, psychiatric and nursing services, therapeutic programming, and daily-living skill development. As a Psychiatric Technician, you will provide hands‑on support that helps residents strengthen their stability, recovery, and independence.

What you'll do

• Support residents in carrying out individualized treatment, rehabilitation, and transition plans.
• Provide coaching and skill-building support related to personal care, communication, community participation, conflict resolution, and other recovery goals.
• Lead or co‑lead structured groups and activities and support residents during meals, appointments, and community outings.
• Observe residents' behavior, mood, functioning, and safety and promptly communicate significant changes or concerns to clinical or nursing staff.
• Complete progress notes, shift documentation, incident reports, and other required records accurately and on time.
• Use approved de‑escalation and crisis‑response practices and help maintain a safe, respectful, trauma‑informed environment.
• Transport residents in an agency vehicle when assigned and participate in team meetings, supervision, and required training.

What you'll bring

• High school diploma or GED; related college coursework is preferred.
• Experience supporting adults with serious mental illness in a residential, inpatient, crisis, emergency‑services, or other behavioral health setting.
• Valid driver's license and ability to meet CATCH requirements for operating an agency vehicle.
• Clear communication, dependable attendance, sound judgment, professional boundaries, and the ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team.

What CATCH offers

• Meaningful work in a small, team‑based residential program.
• Job‑related orientation, training, and ongoing support.
• Benefits are based on employment status and eligibility and may include medical, dental and vision coverage; paid time off and holidays; life and disability benefits; a 403(b) plan; tuition reimbursement; Employee Assistance Program resources; and CATCH Fitness Center access.

Conditions of employment

Following a conditional offer, the selected candidate must complete the job‑related background checks, clearances, credential verifications, and health requirements for the position. Required credentials and clearances must remain current.

CATCH, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees as required by law.

2709 N Broad Street, 2709 N. Broad Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America