TEAM LEADER PSYCH TECH

Covenant Healthcare; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Covenant Healthcare is seeking a Team Leader Psychiatric Technician for the Unit F Fresh Start. This full-time position involves overseeing psychiatric technicians, coordinating patient care, and ensuring compliance with healthcare standards. Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and experience in a psychiatric setting. Join a dedicated team committed to providing quality mental health services.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent treatment experience required.
• Experience as a Psychiatric Technician at a senior level or similar setting.
• Valid Tennessee driver’s license and CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direction and support to Psychiatric Technicians.
• Coordinate treatment activities and maintain regulatory compliance.
• Assist with staff scheduling and patient transfers.

Skills

Therapeutic communication

Staff coordination

Patient management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Social Science, Education, Sociology, Ethics, Health, or Humanities

Job description

Overview

Team Leader Psychiatric Technician, Unit F Fresh Start

Full Time, 72 hours per pay period, Night Shift

Peninsula Overview:

Peninsula, a division of Parkwest Medical Center (http://www.treatedwell.com/), has set a new standard for effective, innovative, and caring mental health services in East Tennessee. With over 75 years of combined experience, Peninsula has helped thousands recover from disorders and dependencies, leading healthy, positive, and productive lives.

Offering inpatient (https://www.peninsulabehavioralhealth.org/inpatient-services/) and outpatient (https://www.peninsulabehavioralhealth.org/outpatient/) services for children, adolescents, and adults, Peninsula is a leader in the changing healthcare environment. The hospital is located in Blount County, with outpatient centers in Knox, Blount, Loudon, and Sevier Counties. Additionally, Peninsula provides specialized care for seniors with co-existing psychiatric and medical conditions at the Senior Behavioral Center located at Parkwest Medical Center (http://www.treatedwell.com/). Peninsula is committed to improving the health of the communities it serves.

Unit F:

The Child & Adolescent Unit is a 25-bed facility serving children and adolescents aged 4-18 with attention-deficit, impulse control, self-destructive, emotional difficulties, and other behavioral issues. Staff work closely with patients and families throughout the brief stay to help interrupt negative behaviors and promote recovery. Opportunities exist to work across different units, engaging with various patient populations. The care team includes psychiatrists, nurse practitioners, therapists, discharge planners, registered nurses, psychiatric technicians, and others collaborating on comprehensive treatment plans. The unit creates a 6-week schedule, released two weeks prior, with staff preferences considered when aligned with staffing needs.

Position Summary:

Provides quality patient care by giving direction, support, and guidance to the Psychiatric Technician in daily operations.

Recruiter: Brittany Smithson || [e-mail] || [phone]

Responsibilities:

1. Meet regularly with the Nurse Manager for supervision, planning, and consultation on program and personnel issues.
2. Assist in communicating with hospital departments to coordinate treatment activities.
3. Help schedule staff and ensure adequate coverage.
4. Maintain compliance with regulatory standards, including licensure and Joint Commission accreditation.
5. Facilitate virtual court processes and communicate with staff accordingly.
6. Report employee performance concerns and assist in evaluations and disciplinary actions.
7. Participate in meetings with Nursing Leadership to discuss program issues.
8. Assist with bed management and patient flow.
9. Provide guidance to Psychiatric Technicians in staff and patient interactions.
10. Assist with patient transfers between units.
11. Oversee roles and responsibilities of Psychiatric Technicians.
12. Demonstrate therapeutic communication skills and support the therapeutic milieu.
13. Work to minimize restrictive measures, focusing on least restrictive interventions, and respond to safety alarms.
14. Assist in training and orienting new staff, potentially acting as a preceptor.
15. Support ongoing staff development and training initiatives.
16. Transport patients for appointments and treatments as needed.
17. Maintain certifications and complete mandatory education on time.
18. Attend staff meetings and development sessions regularly.
19. Participate in committees and patient care initiatives as directed.
20. Follow policies, procedures, safety standards, and participate in quality improvement.
21. Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Minimum Education: Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Social Science, Education, Sociology, Ethics, Health, or Humanities, or equivalent treatment experience.

Minimum Experience: Experience as a Psychiatric Technician at a senior level or similar setting.

Licensure Requirements: Valid Tennessee driver’s license with appropriate endorsements, insurance coverage, and CPR certification.

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Job Title: TEAM LEADER PSYCH TECH

ID: 4255964

Facility: Peninsula, a Division of Parkwest Medical Center

Department: UNIT F-FRESH START