TECH - MH/BH (NO DEGREE)

About the position

The Psychiatric Institute of Washington provides comprehensive behavioral healthcare for children, adolescents, adults, and senior adults suffering from mental health and addictive illnesses. PIW is a 130 bed, short-term, acute care hospital offering inpatient, partial and intensive outpatient hospitalization, as well as specialized treatment programs for chemical dependency. PIW has an excellent reputation as an innovative hospital with caring, dedicated staff, experienced in the delivery of behavioral healthcare. Situated in the safe, historical Tenleytown neighborhood, PIW is one mile from the Tenleytown Metro stop and within walking distance to local cafes and restaurants. The position is responsible for providing direct patient care to adolescents from the ages of 5-18 years of age and adults ages 8-65+ that is congruent with the philosophy and standards of practice defined by the Nursing Department. Responsible for providing direct patient care under the supervision of the registered nurse. Supports and maintains the program philosophy and structure. Participates in group meetings and is responsible for leading task groups.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care to adolescents and adults.
• Support and maintain the program philosophy and structure.
• Participate in group meetings.
• Lead task groups.

Requirements

• Two years experience working in a job related field in a clinical/healthcare setting preferred.
• Must provide 4 days a month in advance of the schedule.
• Cannot call out on any of the days scheduled.
• Complete a month-long day shift Orientation, Training, and Shadowing schedule.

Benefits

• Generous Paid Time Off
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• UHS employee discounted stock option plan
• Tuition Reimbursement and Student Loan Repay Program
• Employee Assistant Program (EAP)
• Life Insurance and Disability Insurances
• Flexible Spending Account
• Pre-tax Metro SmartTrip Benefits
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries
• 30% tuition savings on RN-BSN, MSN, MPH, and MSW degree and certificate programs
• 20% tuition savings on the DNP program with UHS partnered universities