Adult Psychiatric Division/Forensic Psychiatric Technician 1 PartTime Multifil (DOH/NMBHI #13553+)
The New Mexico Behavioral Health Institute provides care to New Mexicans across six different divisions including hospital level inpatient psychiatric care for both civil and forensic commitments, residential treatment for adolescents, outpatient care for people with behavioral health disorders, detox and residential substance use treatment, and skilled/long-term care. As the largest behavioral health complex in the state, inpatient/residential care is provided to over 250 New Mexicans every day, along with 400 outpatient clients a month. There are over 600 employees across all the divisions of NMBHI to ensure high-quality treatment and care is delivered.
About the role
The psychiatric technician provides care and assistance to all patients in a hospital setting. This position is present on all units and all times to assist the patients in all basic needs. This supports the nursing and treatment staff by assisting the patients throughout the day, as well as communicating back to the treatment team updates regarding the symptoms and functioning of the patients.
Responsibilities
- Assist the patients with Activities of Daily Living, including cuing people to eat, shower, and attend activities.
- Aid in crisis situations and help de-escalate patients who may be symptomatic and agitated.
- Maintain patient safety by monitoring all patients and completing checks on them at identified intervals up to and including one-to-one.
- Provide feedback to the nursing staff and treatment team regarding symptoms observed.
- Ensure the environment is clean and comfortable for all patients.
Requirements
- Experience Working With People Who Have Behavioral Health Diagnoses.
- Experience in assisting people with activities of daily living.
- Experience working in healthcare.
- Experience working in treatment teams.
- High School Diploma or equivalent.
Qualifications
- Valid Drivers License.
- Defensive Driving Certificate.
Skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, unpredictable environment.
- Strong communication skills.
- Knowledge of mental health disorders and treatments.
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$16.50 - $24.75 Hourly
$34,320 - $51,480 Annually
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