Brown University Health
Psychiatric Technician
Newport Hospital · Full-time · Posted Sep 23, 2026
- Experience
- Health care experience preferred; no minimum 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 care to adult patients on a behavioral health unit, supporting treatment plans and maintaining a safe, therapeutic environment.
What you'll do
- Collaborates with nurses and the multidisciplinary team to implement and evaluate patient treatment plans.
- Observes and documents patient behavior, supports daily living activities, and encourages participation in therapeutic and recreational activities.
- Uses therapeutic interventions to manage aggressive behavior and assists 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.
- Ability to provide care across the life span, considering aging processes, human development stages, and cultural patterns.
Nice to have
- Experience in a health care field.
Pay
$18.00-$27.13 (base salary)
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