Psychiatric Technician- Crisis Stabilization

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Psychiatric Technician - Part Time

Hourly Rate: $18.90/hr., with a shift differential of $2.50 for evenings, overnights and weekends

Work Schedule: 7:30am - 4:00pm (Friday and Saturday)

Join our team at Hampton-Newport News Community Services Board as a Part-Time Psychiatric Technician and elevate your career in the health care field! As a professional dedicated to providing direct care, you'll experience the excitement of making a positive impact in the lives of those you serve. This onsite position offers a flexible schedule that promotes a healthy work-life balance, making it perfect for Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) eager to expand their skill set in a supportive environment. Enjoy competitive pay starting at $18.90/hr., with an additional $2.50 shift differential for evening, overnight, and weekend shifts.

Working in a team-focused atmosphere, you will be part of a premier provider dedicated to excellence, integrity, and safety. Embrace the opportunity to grow in a meaningful role located in Hampton, VA, and contribute to a culture where empathy and service are at the forefront of everything we do.

Since 1971, Hampton-Newport News Community Services Board has provided a comprehensive continuum of high-quality, essential, and community-based services to citizens of the Peninsula who are living with a mental illness, developmental disabilities, and substance use disorders.

As a Psychiatric Technician at our BJ Roberts Behavioral Health Center, you will play a key role in providing direct care and supervision for individuals living with serious mental health challenges and co-occurring substance use disorders. Your duties will include monitoring and documenting client progress in an intensive, short-term residential setting, while collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to deliver effective treatment and case coordination. You will lead both individual and group development training focused on independent living skills and leisure activities, supporting clients' personal growth and overall wellness.

In addition, you will assist with essential household services that are crucial for client care and the maintenance of the facility. Your role is essential in ensuring the health, safety, and civil rights of all clients and their families, and your contributions will directly impact their emotional well-being and recovery. Join us in making a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals in crisis through compassionate and dedicated care.

To excel as a Psychiatric Technician at our BJ Roberts Behavioral Health Center, candidates should possess a robust skill set tailored for direct care roles. A minimum of one year of experience working with adults facing serious mental illness is essential, with a preference for Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA). A valid Virginia State Driver's License is required to facilitate client transport and community engagement. Candidates must have a solid understanding of serious mental health disorders, alongside the principles and practices of care tailored to these individuals. Effective communication and interpersonal skills are crucial for building rapport with clients and their families.

Additionally, demonstrated experience in managing adults living with behavioral health issues and substance use or co-occurring disorders will significantly enhance your ability to provide empathetic and effective support. Your commitment to safeguarding the health, safety, and dignity of clients will be essential for success in this role.

Knowledge and skills required for the position are:

• One (1) year direct care experience working with adults with serious mental illness.
• CNA preferred.
• Valid Virginia State Driver's License.

So, what do you think? If this sounds like the right position for you, go ahead and apply. Good luck!

The selected candidate must successfully pass a criminal history fingerprint background investigation, DMV record check, Child Registry search, drug screening test and employment reference checks.