Psychiatric Technician

Description

Centurion is proud to be the provider of comprehensive healthcare services to the Idaho Department of Correction. 

We are currently seeking a full-time Psychiatric Technician to join our team at Idaho Maximum Security Institution located in Kuna, 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.  

Qualifications

Shift: Wednesday - Saturday 1100AM to 1030PM

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalency. Associates or Bachelor’s Degree in the social sciences i.e. psychology, social work, or counseling or related field preferred
• Experience working in a correctional mental health setting preferred
• Must be able to pass a background investigation and obtain agency security clearance where applicable

We offer excellent compensation and comprehensive benefits for our full-time team members including:

• Health, dental, vision, disability and life insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Flexible Spending Account
• Continuing Education benefits
• Much more...

For more information, please contact Patrick Jones at 208.581.2098 or pjones1@teamcenturion.com

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