Brown University Health
Psychiatric Technician (Adolescent Inpatient Unit)
Newport Hospital · Full-time · Posted Oct 31, 2025
- Experience
- Health care experience preferred; no years specified.
- 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 on treatment planning, implementation, and evaluation.
- Observe patients, assist with activities of daily living, document interactions, and report unusual behavior.
- Lead therapeutic and recreational activities and help manage aggressive behavior, including assisting with seclusion or restraints 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 throughout the life span, considering development and cultural patterns.
Nice to have
- Experience in a health care field.
Pay
$17.00-$26.60 USD (base salary; pay range)
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