Psychiatric Technician II 7p-7a 7236
$31,200–$31,200 year
On-siteWest Lafayette, Indiana, United States
Job Summary
Conduct daily client care on psychiatric units, including assisting with activities of daily living, personal hygiene, feeding, and recreational engagement. Monitor client behaviors, vital signs, and medication adherence while documenting observations, charting, and electronic health records accurately. Intervene in risky behaviors such as elopement or aggression using approved verbal and physical skills, and perform unit searches and safety rounds. Maintain unit cleanliness, supply inventory, and therapeutic milieu in coordination with nursing staff. Provide direct input to unit nurses regarding staff progress and assist in organizing evening activities and group sessions.
Required Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited high school or its equivalent
- At least 18 years of age at completion of orientation
- Drug screen, TB test, extensive background check, and fingerprinting
- Current CPR certification
- Maintain required certifications for position and Units (CPR, Age Specific Competencies, etc.)
- Attends and participates in mandatory in-services
- Maintains required certifications for position and Units (CPR, Age Specific Competencies, etc.)
Desired Qualifications
- Previous inpatient psychiatric experience
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