Psychiatric Technician- Youth PHP

We are a psychiatric healthcare system, dedicated to providing mental healthcare for all, with seven locations in the Minneapolis/St. Paul metro area, and two additional sites located in Rochester and Mankato. With a robust benefits package, career advancement opportunities, and great workplace culture, we value our employees and the work they do each day for our patients and families. Our services span the full continuum of care for patients, with a variety of roles and opportunities for job-seekers looking for more than a job, but a place where you can grow in your career.

Hours for this role are Monday - Friday, 8a-430p

As a Psychiatric Technician, you will play a crucial role in the care and support of our young patients. Your responsibilities will include:

• Monitoring and Support: Observe and assist patients in managing their daily functioning and mental health symptoms, ensuring their safety and well-being at all times.
• Therapeutic Environment: Create and maintain a therapeutic and healing environment that prioritizes the best patient experience and care.
• Psychoeducational Groups: Plan and facilitate engaging psychoeducational groups, empowering patients with knowledge and skills for their recovery.
• Documentation: Complete all necessary documentation in a timely manner to ensure accurate patient records and care continuity.
• Crisis Management: Utilize effective de-escalation techniques and therapeutic approaches to manage the milieu, focusing on reducing the use of restraint and seclusion whenever possible.
• Collaboration: Work closely with the clinical team under the direct supervision of the RN, performing tasks delegated by the RN and collaborating to ensure safe patient care.

What We Offer:

• A supportive and inclusive work environment that values diversity and promotes professional growth.
• Opportunities for ongoing training and development in child/adolescent psychiatric care.
• Competitive salary and benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and generous paid time off.
• The chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of young individuals and their families.

• Requires knowledge of mental health gained through a minimum of 1 year experience through academic college or university education in behavioral sciences, and/or by equivalent study and/or experience. High school graduate required. Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Preferred 6 months previous experience in a mental health setting with pediatric population.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to communicate and make safe judgement calls in stressful situations.
• Ability to multi-task, use time efficiently and prioritize appropriately.
• Ability to communicate in a professional manner in both verbal and written format and model a positive teamwork attitude.
• Interpersonal skills: Ability to maintain confidentiality, remain open to other's ideas and exhibit willingness to try new things.
• Must have basic computer skills using Microsoft Office products and EHR
• Ability to react quickly and calmly as part of a team to handle volatile and potentially emergent situations
• Ability to intervene in pre-crisis or crisis situations by utilizing de-escalation techniques, limit setting, and the use of least restrictive interventions
• Knowledgeable of the Joint Commission standards for restraint/seclusion use
• Display a professional attitude in all aspects of their performance
• Ability to smoothly and rapidly shift between dissimilar tasks
• Ability to make effective and timely decisions while in stressful situations and circumstances
• Quality management-the individual looks for ways to improve and promote quality and demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.

Pay range for this position is $18.45 to $23.50 depending on education and experience.

Benefit options include:

• Medical/Dental/Vision
• Company paid life insurance
• Paid time off including sick time
• Voluntary Short term and long-term disability
• 401K with company match
• Flexible spending accounts
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Student Loan Repayment

PrairieCare is a psychiatric healthcare system experiencing rapid growth in the Twin Cities and southern Minnesota. With multiple sites across the metro, including locations in Rochester and Mankato, PrairieCare has quickly grown to become one of Minnesota's largest providers of mental health services to children, adolescents, adults, and their families.

PrairieCare does not discriminate against any person based on race, color, national origin, disability, or age in admissions, treatment, or participation in its programs, services, activities, or employment. PrairieCare is an Affirmative Action Employer/Equal Opportunity Employer supporting Veterans, Disabled, and other protected individuals and is committed to a diverse workforce.

PrairieCare is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunity, including providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with a disability. Applicants with a physical or mental disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process please email hr@prairie-care.com for assistance.

Offers of employment from PrairieCare are conditional and contingent upon successful clearance of all background studies.

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