Travel Psychiatric Technician General Job
Psychiatric Technician – General, Saint Helena, California, United States. Start date: 07/06/2026. 13-week travel assignment with weekly pay of $754-$762 per week. Guaranteed hours: 0.0. Shift: 3x12-hour Night shifts. Setting: Short Term Acute Care Hospital.
Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $754-$762 per week
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Guaranteed hours: 0.0
- Shift: 3x12-hour night shifts
- Start date: 07/06/2026
- Setting: Short Term Acute Care Hospital
- Onboarding: On assignment onboarding and credentialing support available through the staffing organization
- Admin note: Admin fee is already deducted from rate
Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care to individuals in a psychiatric/behavioral health setting under supervision, adhering to care plans and treatment goals.
- Monitor patient safety, observe and document behaviors, and respond to changes in patient condition with appropriate escalation.
- Apply de-escalation techniques and crisis intervention strategies per CPI/TEAM guidelines to maintain a safe environment for patients and staff.
- Collaborate with nursing, medical, and mental health teams to implement care plans, communicate changes, and ensure continuity of care.
- Assist with activities of daily living and basic functional tasks as directed, supporting patient comfort and rehabilitation goals.
- Document accurately in patient records and participate in handoffs and roundings to ensure clear communication among the care team.
Requirements
- Licensure: See Job Notes for specifics on licensure requirements
- Certifications: BLS (AHA-BLS or ARC-BLS) required; CPI or TEAMS training required; CPI/TEAM: Required
- Additional certifications: Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (NCI) certification preferred; Management of Assaultive Behavior certification preferred
- Education: See Job Notes for specifics
- Experience: See Job Notes for specifics
- Ability to work in a short-term acute care behavioral health setting
Benefits and Support
- Assignment coordination and dedicated recruiter support
- Credentialing and onboarding assistance
- Ongoing support throughout the travel assignment
- Access to compliance guidance and resources
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PAY DISCLAIMER
Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.
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