Psychiatric Technician- Full Time - West Chester, United States - PrimeCare Medical, Inc.
Description
PrimeCare Medical is currently looking for a
Psychiatric Technician
to work in the medical department at the Chester County Prison in West Chester, PA.**
This is a Monday - Friday position, 40 hours per week, during normal business hours.
Responsibilities:
The psychiatric technician is responsible for assisting in the coordination and implementation of the behavior health program.
- Other duties include:_
- Responsible for the clinical monitoring, coordination, and implementation of the behavioral health program in accordance with NCCHC/ACA/MCCS
- Engage inmates/patients in psychoeducational groups and individual encounters, with a focus on seriously mentally ill patients/inmates.
- Actively assist with the detection and prevention of inmate/patient suicide by reporting concerns to supervisory staff
- Assist in the coordination of the admission and placement of certified inmates/patients in forensic and community behavioral health facilities. Initiate the paperwork required for the inmates/patient's admission.
- Document clinical services provided in the electronic medical record in a complete, accurate and timely manner.
- Monitor inmates/patients on segregation units; particularly those identified as seriously mentally ill.
- Monitor and track supplies required to provide services.
- Obtain releases from patients to request and obtain records from patient's previous treatment providers.
- Serve as a member of various committees within the medical unit and facility, as necessary.
- Participate in all inservice education programs according to the annual inservice calendar.
- Maintain confidentiality at ALL times.
- Any/all other duties and responsibilities as assigned or delegated.
Benefits:
PrimeCare believes in offering a competitive compensation and benefits package to their employees.
Standard benefits for full-time employees include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability options, Generous PTO, 401k with match, and a Tuition Reimbursement Program.
Responsibilities:
- Bachelor's Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or other related Human Services degrees with a concentration in mental health course work preferred.
- A minimum of one (1) year clinical experience is preferred.
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