Mental Health Worker III - LVN or LPT

Psychiatric Technician

Participates in the patient/family care and experience through teamwork, effective communication, and skills under the direction of an RN. Provides support to ensure both the psychiatric and physical care of the patients are met.

Education:

• HS Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)

Certification & Licensure:

• PSYT-Psychiatric Technician
• OR LVN-Licensed Vocational Nurse

Typical Experience:

• 1 year recent relevant experience

Skills and Knowledge:

• Knowledge of psychiatric diagnoses and interventions.
• Critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Interpersonal communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to work in an environment where patients and their families/representatives may be experiencing stress.
• Ability to work as a team.

Job Shift: Nights

Schedule: Full Time

Shift Hours: 8

Days of the Week: Variable

Weekend Requirements: Every other Weekend

Benefits: Yes

Unions: Yes

Position Status: Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours: 40

Employee Status: Regular

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range is $27.37 to $35.03 / hour

The compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate's experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health's comprehensive total rewards program.