Psych Tech Full Time Evening Shift

Company: Saint Alphonsus Health System
Location: Boise
Posted on: November 7, 2024

Job Description:

Employment Type:Full timeShift:Description:At Saint Alphonsus Health System, we are looking for people who are living out their calling. We want you to be passionate about coming to work and challenged to achieve your potential. Living by these virtues, we pride ourselves on exceptional service and the highest quality of care.Our Behavioral Health Unit is hiring!Our ideal candidate will live out the organization's Missions, Vision, and Values by providing care for the needs of mentally and emotionally ill patients, under the direction of a Registered Nurse. You will utilize good judgement, critical thinking, and problem- solving skills to maintain a safe and positive healing environment for patients, as well as therapeutic milieu. Additionally, the ideal candidate values the patients' wellbeing and can assist with crisis situations that may require "hands-on" techniques for patient stabilization and safety. You will serve as a liaison between patients, family members, and the care team. You will also use communication skills to help to educate patients on proper coping techniques in accordance with their care plan. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must possess thorough knowledge and demonstrated expertise in a behavioral health setting, normally acquired through the completion of a bachelor's degree in psychology or social work with two (2) or more years of related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Experience in a psychiatric facility or related setting preferred.
    • Basic Life Support for Healthcare providers certification from either AHA, ARC or the Military Training Network is required at hire in all units, unless currently certified in ACLS and/or PALS as defined in the SAHS Certification Crosswalk.
      • Other certifications may be required as identified in the SAHS Certification Crosswalk.
        • Medical-surgical patient care or medical office experience preferred.
          • Colleagues of Saint Alphonsus Health System enjoy competitive compensation with a full benefits package and opportunity for growth throughout SAHS and Trinity Health. Visit www.saintalphonsus.org/careers to learn more about the benefits, culture and career development opportunities available to you at Saint Alphonsus Health System. Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.

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