Psychiatric Technician- Full Time - West Chester, United States - PrimeCare Medical, Inc.

PrimeCare Medical, Inc.

Verified Company

West Chester, United States

1 week ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

beBee recruiter

Full time

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.

(8am-4:30pm)

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

Standards.

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.