A Mental Health or Psychiatric Technician cares for patients with mental illnesses. Works under the direction of a physician and works with specialists involved in mental health care, such as psychiatrists and therapists. Monitors patient symptoms and administers medications. Works in a mental health facility or in a hospital or other healthcare facility.
Wellbridge is committed to creating an environment where those struggling with substance use disorders can find hope, healing, and a path toward recovery. We believe in prioritizing patient-centered care, ensuring that each person who walks through our doors receives the utmost compassion and support on their journey to wellness. We invite you to explore a career with Wellbridge and are proud to offer comprehensive and affordable benefits including lifestyle perks such as free cafeteria service and an on-site gym/wellness center! Full Time, Monday - Friday 9a- 5:30p. This position is eligible for applicable shift pay differentials. Provide care and support to patients across all recovery programs, ensuring a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment. This role includes medical observation support, patient monitoring, and coordination of wellness-based programming such as gym, outdoor leisure, and personal care services. This position plays a key part in promoting physical health, routine, and recovery-oriented engagement within treatment milieu.
RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE
Open, close, and actively monitor scheduled gym times for patients Provide non-clinical emotional support and maintain a therapeutic milieu Ensure safe supervision and adherence to facility and clinical guidelines during gym use Schedule, coordinate, and observe structured outdoor leisure time activities Review all clearance forms to confirm medical and psychiatric clearance prior to gym and pool access Maintain accurate documentation, entering notes of patient participation in gym, pool, and wellness activities Coordinate patient salon and grooming appointments, ensuring scheduling aligns with treatment programming and unit flow Ensure patients and clinical staff are aware of patient appointments for salon Monitor appropriate behavior and safety during wellness activities and escalate concerns per protocol Collaborate with the Fitness and Wellness Specialist Printing and collecting gym sign-in sheets Assistwith weekly cycling programs and other programs as assigned Report any equipment or pool issues to appropriate staff Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and participate in treatment team meetings Maintain a safe and caring environment, delivering care in a culturally sensitive manner and consistent with Wellbridge mission,vision, and values
PROGRAM AND UNIT RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide patient education, including Wellness Orientation and review of rules, regulations Provide non-clinical emotional support and maintain a therapeutic milieu Support crisis intervention and de-escalation; assist during medical/psychiatric emergencies as directed Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and participate in treatment team meetings Maintain timely and accurate documentation of all interventions, observations, and incidents Oversee and document appropriate useof the Wellness Center Implement and reassess mitigation strategies to ensure patient and staff safety
OTHER DUTIES
This job description is intended to provide general guidance and not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of relevant activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
For patient care needs, this is an on-site role requiring consistent presence on unit and movement throughout facility spaces. Frequent verbal and electronic communication with staff and patients. Use of basic office equipment including computer and phone systems for documentation and coordination.
QUALIFICATIONS
High school diploma or its educational equivalent General knowledge of substance uses and/or mental health disorders BLS certification within 60 days of hire, current BLS cert preferred Strong communication, critical thinking, and interpersonal skills Current NYS driver's license and clean driving record preferred Ability to maintain professional boundaries in a structured clinical environment Experience in behavioral health, residential treatment, or healthcare support preferred We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to creating an inclusive workplace and providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital or familial status, pregnancy, reproductive health decision making, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
