Brown University Health
Psychiatric Technician - Adolescent Behavioral Health Unit
Newport Hospital · Full-time · Posted Nov 28, 2025
- Experience
- Health care experience preferred; CNA pathway requires experience working with the behavioral health population.
- 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
- Collaborate with nurses and the multidisciplinary team to implement treatment plans and document patient interactions.
- Observe patients, support daily living activities, and encourage participation in therapeutic and recreational activities.
- Respond to aggressive or destructive behavior and assist with seclusion, restraints, and patient 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 human development and cultural patterns.
Nice to have
- Experience in a health care field.
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