Brown University Health
Psychiatric Technician- Adolescent Unit
Newport Hospital · Full-time · Posted Sep 23, 2026
- Experience
- Health care experience preferred; no minimum duration 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
- Collaborate with nursing and the multidisciplinary team to implement and evaluate treatment plans.
- Observe patients, support daily living activities, document interactions, and encourage participation in therapeutic activities.
- Respond to aggressive or destructive behavior with therapeutic interventions and assist with seclusion, restraints, and patient searches according to policy.
What they ask for
- 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 a health care field.
Pay
$18.00-$27.13 (base salary; currency not stated)
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