Residential Psychiatric Technician — Full-Time, 12‑Hour Shifts

Mayo Clinic; Plainview (MN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Mayo Clinic in Minnesota seeks a Psychiatric Technician to support residential addiction programs and outpatient services within the Psychiatry department. You will assist in direct and indirect patient care under the direction of a registered nurse, promoting safety and engaging residents in therapeutic activities.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent and at least 21 years of age; preferred candidates have psychiatric hospital experience and basic computer skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 21 years of age.
• Experience in a psychiatric hospital setting as a mental health or behavioral assistant is preferred.
• Basic skills in cleaning, cooking, and meal preparation.

Responsibilities

• The Psychiatric Technician promotes safety and engages residents in milieu activities.
• Assists with social, clinical, nutritional, and observational activities under RN direction.
• Supports 24/7 residential programs and outpatient addictions programs within Psychiatry.

Skills

Multi-task under stress

Communication

Basic computer skills

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Mayo Clinic in Minnesota seeks a Psychiatric Technician to support residential addiction programs and outpatient services within the Psychiatry department. You will assist in direct and indirect patient care under the direction of a registered nurse, promoting safety and engaging residents in therapeutic activities.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent and at least 21 years of age; preferred candidates have psychiatric hospital experience and basic computer skills.