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Centurion Health

Psychiatric Technician

Centurion Health, Pocatello, Idaho, United States, 83204

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Job DetailsJob LocationID, Pocatello - Pocatello Women's Correctional Center - Pocatello, IDPosition TypeFull-TimeEducation LevelHigh School Diploma/GEDTravel PercentageNoneJob ShiftDayJob CategoryBehavioral Health Professional & SupportDescriptionCenturion is proud to be the provider ofcomprehensive healthcare services to theIdaho Department of Correction.We are currently seeking a full-timePsychiatric Technicianto join our team at Pocatello Women's Correctional Centerlocated in Pocatello, Idaho.The Psychiatric Technician, as part of the mental health team, will lead daily activities with patients including and not limited to proper hygiene, social skills, and recreational activities within the Acute Mental Health Unit. They will have the opportunity monitor, model, and teach effective behaviors to improve the lives of patients as well as work within a multidisciplinary team. The Psychiatric Technician will document and inform appropriate staff of significant changes in patient's functioning. They will have the opportunity to assist facilitating group therapeutic sessions as well as the opportunity to facilitate psychoeducational groups. 4 -10 hour shifts. Must be willing to work weekends and holidays as neededQualificationsHigh school diploma or equivalency. Associates or Bachelor's Degree in the social sciences i.e. psychology, social work, or counseling or related field preferredExperience working in a correctional mental health setting preferred.Must be able to pass a background investigation and obtain agency security clearance where applicableCenturion Health contracts with state and local governments nationwide to provide comprehensive healthcare services to correctional facilities, state hospitals, and other community settings. Our dedication to making a difference and our passionate team of the best and the brightest healthcare employees has made us one of the leaders of the correctional health industry. Whether you are driven by purpose and impact or on a journey of professional growth, our opportunities can offer both.For more information, please contact Patrick Jones at 208.581.2098 or pjones1@teamcenturion.comindmhm