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Amergis Mental Health/Psychiatric Tech (DAY) in Portland, Oregon
Amergis Healthcare Staffing is seeking a Mental Health/Psychiatric Technician t care for individuals with mental or emotional conditions or disabilities following the instructions of physicians or other health practitioners. They monitor a patient's physical and emotional well-being and report to medical staff.
Responsibilities:
Provides personal care and behavioral assistance/interventions to assigned clients
Assists clients with grooming, eating/meal preparation, and toileting
Assists with ambulation and transfer services
Monitor vital signs such as heart rate and blood pressure
Provides behavioral support services
Provides crisis intervention
E ncourages independence
Maintains patient safety
Implements behavioral plans
Documents care per policies and procedures
Participate in rehabilitation and treatment programs, help with personal hygiene, and administer oral or injectable medications
Performs other duties as assigned/necessary
Minimum Requirements:
High School diploma or equivalent required
Associate’s degree in behavioral studies or related field, or equivalent experience preferred (or per facility requirements)
Minimum of one (1) year relevant experience preferred
Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to and from appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors, co-workers, clients) via excellent verbal and written communication skills
Proficiency with computers, including Microsoft Office required
Must be at least 18 years of age
Benefits
At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:
Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
401(k) savings plan
Awards and recognition programs
*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.
About Amergis
Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.
Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.