Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Mental Health Technician – Per Diem

Location: Staten Island, NY

Setting: Inpatient Psychiatric Unit

Job Type: Per Diem

Position Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Mental Health Technician for a per diem opportunity in an inpatient psychiatric setting . This role supports patients with acute mental health needs, working within a multidisciplinary care team to maintain safety, structure, and support.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide direct care and supervision to patients in a behavioral health unit
• Support therapeutic activities and assist with crisis de-escalation
• Monitor and document patient behavior and mental status
• Collaborate with nursing and clinical staff to carry out treatment plans
• Perform EKGs and basic phlebotomy tasks as needed

Requirements:

• Minimum 2 years of experience in an inpatient psych or behavioral health setting
• Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association – Required
• CPI/PMCS or similar crisis intervention certification – Preferred
• Experience with EKG and phlebotomy – Preferred
• High School Diploma or GED required; Associate’s in a related field preferred
• Strong communication and de-escalation skills
• Availability for flexible per diem shifts , including weekends and holidays

Pride Health offers eligible employees comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance, and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with preferred vendors.

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