Reference #: 5001033143706
Requisition Number
91829City
BethlehemShift
VariousExternal DescriptionAre you looking for an opportunity to advance your career while working with an extraordinary team?
At Merakey, we put heart and soul into everything we do.
We are seeking a Psychiatric Technician to join our team in our Bethlehem, PA location to work PRN hours.
Position Details
The Psychiatric Technician will:
administer medication and therapeutic treatments, monitor for potential side effects and report
provide care in a manner that considers the patient's rights, safety, comfort and the overall therapeutic environment
observe, document and report resident behavior
monitor and document weights, blood pressure, pulse and respiration per MD orders and monthly for all residents
communicate with co-workers and supervisors in a timely manner that affects patient care or well-being
fill in resident charts
assist in orientation and training of new staff members, understand, and implement Merakey policies and procedures
complete assessment forms on each client on admission, quarterly and as needed. Someone in this role will
order refills of medications, act as lead staff when the Administrator or Asst. Administrator is not available.
complete all other duties as assigned by the Administrator.
Benefits
Merakey offers competitive compensation plans and more!
DailyPay
Work/Life Balance
Flexible Schedules
Cell Phone Discount Plans
Employee Referral Bonuses
About Merakey
Merakey is a non-profit provider of developmental, behavioral health, and education services. More than 8,000 employees provide support to nearly 40,000 individuals and families throughout 12 states across the country each year.
Merakey strictly follows a zero-tolerance policy for abuse.
Merakey welcomes all Veterans to apply!Position Type
PRN (no set schedule or hours)State
PAWork Schedule
PRNRequirementsThe ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:
Mental Health experience is preferred.
Must be at least 21 years of age
Must have a verifiable High School diploma/G.E.D.
Valid driver's license and clean driving record is required
Schedule: Per diem as needed basisMerakey is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer! We deeply value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ethnic background, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or disability status. Moreover, we are committed to creating teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and encourage applicants from underrepresented backgrounds to apply.