Psychiatric Therapeutic Tech – ER Crisis Care

UC Health; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

UC Health's Psychiatry – Emergency Mental Health Services is seeking a Psych Tech-Psychiatric Therapeutic Program Worker (TPW) to join UC Medical Center in Cincinnati. You will support a multidisciplinary team delivering crisis intervention, safety checks and patient care in a high‑stakes psychiatric emergency setting.

With 24/7 psychiatrist coverage, the unit emphasizes rapid assessment, disposition planning, and education of emergency providers while you supervise group activities and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Six months direct patient care experience in a psychiatric setting.
• Preferred phlebotomy, vitals, and ADL assistance experience.
• NCI-APS Certification must be obtained within 90 days if employed in UC Psychiatric Services.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a therapeutic milieu and safe environment on the unit.
• Perform duties under the direction of the RN to ensure quality patient care.
• Co-lead treatment groups and facilitate social/therapeutic activities.
• Transport patients to X-ray, EEG, MRI, or clinic appointments.
• Identify and respond to behavioral health needs and safety risks.

Skills

Patient care

Crisis intervention

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Nursing support

Education

High School diploma/GED

Job description

UC Health's Psychiatry – Emergency Mental Health Services is seeking a Psych Tech-Psychiatric Therapeutic Program Worker (TPW) to join UC Medical Center in Cincinnati. You will support a multidisciplinary team delivering crisis intervention, safety checks and patient care in a high‑stakes psychiatric emergency setting.

With 24/7 psychiatrist coverage, the unit emphasizes rapid assessment, disposition planning, and education of emergency providers while you supervise group activities and