Psychiatric Technician - Jail Diversion
Company: The Harris Center for Mental Health and IDD
Location: Houston
Posted on: May 16, 2022
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Job Description:
Description The Harris Center for Mental Health and IDD ("The
HARRIS CENTER") is looking for a Psychiatric Technician to join our
team. T he Psychiatric Technician works under the supervision of a
licensed nursing personnel or designee to provide direct care
services to patients who may present with a mental health and/or
intellectual developmental disabilities. The Psychiatric Technician
should maintain a safe and secure environment for all patients in
crisis environment and provide support services to Nursing and
Clinical Treatment teams. The position may also perform delegated
nursing tasks and therefore would be under the supervision of a
licensed nurse personnel when performing tasks. What you will do:
Promote a physically and emotionally safe environmentincluding
conducting regular rounds and patient and property searches so
patients can focus on managing their illnesses and disabilities to
promote healing. Aid in basic patient care such as
eatingbathingdressingand teaching and encouraging basic hygiene
while observing patient progress to identify the need for
additional services or changes in current treatment. Provide
behavioral emergency assistancesuch as patient restraint using
approved agency curriculum or basic first aid when neededas well as
recognize and report homicidal or suicidal behaviors. Monitor and
document behavior of patients in seclusion or on precautions.
Performs duties (e.g. vital signsspecimen collectionetc.) as
delegated by nursing personnel or assigned by a physician. Utilize
Standard Precautions appropriately to prevent the spread of
infection. What qualifications you will need: High School Diploma
or General Education Diploma. Must have a valid driver's license. 1
year of direct care experience in psychiatric or behavioral
healthcare environment preferred. Understanding of Standard
Precautions and Infection Control Procedures. Knowledge of and the
ability to apply Handle with Care Crisis Intervention Techniques
(HWC III). Ability to coordinate patient care with treatment team.
What we have to offer: The HARRIS CENTER offers competitive
salaryexcellent benefits packageretirement plans with company
matchingprior service credit towards generous PTO
accrualoutstanding wellness programs and professional development.
Employees can also take advantage of business casual dress
codecorporate discountsand gym memberships. New hire referral
bonusdiscounts are also available on an optional basis. These
include mobile phone servicefitness centers and other wellness
amenities. What else you should know: #70047 Salary: $37,509 -
$44,320 This position is located at 6160 South Loop EastHoustonTX
77087. Transportation: This position requires driving of Agency
vehicle. About us: The HARRIS CENTER is the state-designated Local
Mental Health Authority and Local Intellectual and Developmental
Disability (IDD) Authority serving Harris CountyTexas. As the
largest behavioral and developmental disability care center in
TexasThe HARRIS CENTER provided care to over 79,000 people in
fiscal year 2019 and has an annual budget of over $275 million. As
part of its mission to transform the lives of people with
behavioral health and IDD needs in the third largest county in the
United StatesThe HARRIS CENTER provides a full continuum of
services at 86 different sites across Harris County. In
additionservices are provided in more than 42 different languages
as well as sign language in order to better serve what is one of
the most diverse and multi-cultural communities in the nation. By
utilizing the unique expertise of its more than 2,300 employeesThe
HARRIS CENTER is committed to meeting the behavioral health and IDD
needs of Harris County residents and giving them hope to live to
their fullest potential.
Keywords: The Harris Center for Mental Health and IDD, Houston , Psychiatric Technician - Jail Diversion, Professions , Houston, Texas
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