Psychiatric Technician

Job TitleWe at Pine Rest believe in the power of healing and that everyone in our community has the right to expert care for mental health and substance use disorders. We are much more than just the third largest non-profit behavioral health system in the country, our 220-acre main campus, and our network of clinical sites across Michigan. We are a tight-knit community of healers who witness the impact of our life-changing work each day.Each day, we are closing the gaps in access to care. We are innovating through leading-edge research, testing, programs, and treatment modalities that others replicate across the country. Our services include a state-of-the-art psychiatric urgent care center and a soon-to-be-built pediatric behavioral health center, outpatient, inpatient, partial hospitalization (day programs), assessment and testing, residential, addiction treatment and specialty services such as crisis response, employee assistance programs, forensic psychiatry and psychology, and neuromodulation. On-the-job educational programs for nurses, psychologists, advanced practice providers, psychiatrists, and chaplains are equipping the next generation of care providers.We are passionate about serving and are honored to be a part of this incredible work.Benefits & IncentivesMedical, dental, vision & life insurance403(b) retirement plan with Pine Rest matchGenerous PTO for full- and part-time employeesTuition assistance & loan forgivenessEmployee Assistance Program (therapy, legal, financial, gym discounts, and more)Davenport University tuition discounts for employees and family membersKey ResponsibilitiesProvide physical and emotional care to patients with mental illness or developmental delaysMaintain a safe, therapeutic environment and participate in crisis interventions, safety monitoring, and de-escalationAssist with activities of daily living (bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, etc.)Document and report patient behaviors, progress, medications, and safety concernsSupport individual treatment plans and a recovery-focused, person-centered approachFacilitate group activities, skill-building, and patient educationPerform unit and household duties (cleaning, laundry, meal prep)Escort and transport patients to appointments and community outingsConduct safety checks, searches, and drug testing as neededRole model Pine Rest's mission, values, and professionalism, assist in training, and perform basic administrative tasksEducation & ExperienceMinimum 6 months post-secondary education in behavioral sciences or equivalent (preferred)CNA certification or 1–2 years of college coursework (preferred)Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination or harassment in accordance with federal, state, and local laws.Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check, education verification, and pre-employment drug screening.