Per Diem Psychiatric Tech - Adult Residential

Job Description

Job Description

GAIN MENTAL HEALTH EXPERIENCE AND GROW A CAREER WITH US!!

Are you looking for some extra cash while building great experience in the mental health field? This is the position for you!!

We are looking for professionals to join our team as on-call staff to cover PTO, call-outs, and additional hours as needed based on business needs.

We are hiring Per Diem Psych Techs to help cover our swing shift Monday - Friday 3:00 pm to 11:00 pm.

Pay Rate: $21-$22 per hour depending on experience.

In this role, you'll r eport to the Program Director, and join a dynamic team that is responsible for providing rehabilitative supportive care to our client population.

You will:

• Responsible for conducting client intake/discharge inventories and documenting all items in the EMR system.
• Provide line-of-sight supervision to clients throughout your shift.
• Provide and facilitate educational and support groups assigned and promptly document these activities in the client’s records.
• Strive to increase professional growth and effectiveness by completing all required training in a timely fashion.
• Provides crisis intervention services when authorized and necessary.
• Maintain an active participation with the clients at all times.
• Prepare and monitor medication self-administration, documenting all details in EMR.
• Document clients’ daily activities, unusual behavior, and pertinent information in EMR.
• Communicate with fellow Psych Techs, Therapists, Nurses, and Program Director, on an ongoing basis.
• And more.

You will bring:

• MUST have availability to work the on-call hours.
• A high school diploma or GED.
• 1+ years' of experience in roles involving interacting with people; experience in mental health care and/or social services is preferred.
• A CNA or bachelor's degree in Psychology or another related field is a plus.
• A valid California driver’s license and the ability to pass and maintain a clean driving record check (MVR) in accordance with our company standards. 
• A valid First Aid & CPR certification is required (or the ability to obtain it prior to hire).
• Compassion and a genuine desire to work with the population served.
• A collaborative, patient, and understanding approach along with a willingness to be assertive as necessary.
• A track record of reliability and punctuality.

Research shows individuals from underrepresented backgrounds often apply to jobs only if they meet 100% of the qualifications. We recognize that it is highly unlikely that an applicant meets 100% of the qualifications for a given role. Therefore, if much of this job description describes you, then you are highly encouraged to apply for this role.

Note: This description is intended to give you a general overview of the position and is not an exhaustive listing of duties and responsibilities.

The Meadowglade, LLC is a rehabilitation center specializing in mental health and eating disorders and fosters an environment of restorative healing. Our individualized approach to therapy ranges from evidence-based treatment methods like EMDR psychotherapy to creative music and art therapies. The Meadowglade is part of Centered Health, which operates a diverse network of behavioral health treatment centers ensuring that clients receive individualized comprehensive care in the most appropriate setting. Our goal is to value the skills each person brings to the team and provide an environment that embraces diversity and rewards imagination and service delivery.