Brown University Health
Psychiatric Technician - Adolescent Behavioral Health Unit
Newport Hospital · Full-time · Posted Dec 5, 2025
- Experience
- Health care experience preferred; no specific number of years stated.
- Education
- Baccalaureate in Psychology or related field, or CNA license with experience working with the behavioral health population.
About the job
Provides direct patient care and maintains a safe, therapeutic environment for patients on a behavioral health unit.
What you'll do
- Collaborates with nurses and the multidisciplinary team to implement treatment plans and document patient interactions.
- Observes patients, supports daily living activities, and encourages participation in therapeutic and recreational activities.
- Responds to behavioral crises and assists with seclusion, restraints, and patient or room searches according to policy.
What they ask for
- Baccalaureate in Psychology or a related field, or CNA license with experience working with the behavioral health population.
- Current CPR certification.
- Current Brown University Health Crisis Management certification or current enrollment.
- Knowledge and skills to care for patients across the life span, considering development and cultural patterns.
Nice to have
- Experience in the health care field.
Pay
$17.00-$26.60 (currency and pay basis not stated)
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