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Psychiatric Mental Health Technician Full Time Night Shift

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Southridge Behavioral Hospital

BYRON CENTER, Michigan

Psychiatric Mental Health Technicians carry out the daily routines of patient care under the direction Registered Nurse and Shift Supervisor.

Posted Jul 21 · Applications close Jul 21, 2027

Shift and hours
7pm to 7:30am · Night shift Full-Time, 7pm to 7:30am for Night Shift.
Unit and setting
Psych · Behavioral Health we serve up to 96 adult and geriatric patients across four units.Adult and geriatric patients
License
RN license
Term
Permanent Full-Time, 7pm to 7:30am for Night Shift.Full-time

Do you qualify?

Certification
CPR certified; can obtain once hired CPR certified (Can obtain once hired)
Also asks
High school diploma or equivalent High school diploma or equivalent required

Preferred

Education
Bachelor's in Psychology or Human Services related field Bachelors degree in Psychology or Human Services related field preferred but not required
Experience
Experience working as a psychiatric technician Experience working as a psychiatric technician preferred

What it pays

Benefits

  • BenefitsMedical, dental, vision and prescription drug plansExcellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
  • Benefits401(k) and Roth 401(k) with company match401(k) and Roth 401(k) with Company Match
  • BenefitsEmployee Stock Purchase ProgramEmployee Stock Purchase Program
  • BenefitsCompetitive compensation and paid time offCompetitive Compensation & Paid Time Off
  • BenefitsDisability, life, pet insuranceDisability, Life, Pet Insurance and much more!
  • BenefitsTuition reimbursement assistanceTuition reimbursement assistance program
More benefits (5)
  • BenefitsTuition savings through Chamberlain University partnershipTuition savings through a partnership with Chamberlain University
  • BenefitsFree CEU courses through HealthStream online learningHealthStream online learning catalogue with plenty of free CEU courses
  • Career ladder and cross-training opportunities
  • Tuition savings through partnership with Chamberlain University
  • HealthStream online learning catalogue with free CEU courses

The role and schedule

Day to day
Assisting in the ongoing assessment of the safety and emotional needs of each patient Assisting in the ongoing assessment of the safety and emotional needs of each patient.
Day to day
Knowing treatment plan elements for assigned patients and providing individualized care Demonstrating awareness of the key elements of the treatment plans for all assigned patients and provides intervention/care accordingly on an individualized basis.
Day to day
Assisting patients with grooming and personal hygiene Assisting patients with their personal grooming and personal hygiene, appropriate to the patient’s age, developmental level and needs.
Day to day
Participating in assigned groups and activities Participating in assigned groups and activities to meet the needs of various patient populations.
Day to day
Maintaining therapeutic and professional rapport with patients Demonstrating the ability to maintain therapeutic and professional rapport with patients.
Day to day
Participating with other personnel in maintaining a safe and therapeutic milieu Participating with other personnel in maintaining a safe and therapeutic milieu.
Day to day
Providing verbal de-escalation and physical management as needed Provides verbal de-escalation techniques and physical management, as needed.
Day to day
Making rounds and documenting every 15 minutes or sooner Making rounds on patients, including documenting every 15 minutes or sooner to provide patient safety.
Day to day
Assisting the RN with patient admissions and discharges Assisting the RN with patient admissions and discharges.
Day to day
Vital signs, belongings searches, and orientation to the unit Performs vital signs, belongings searches, and orientation to the unit.
Cross-training
Opportunities to cross train Career ladder focus with opportunities to cross train, build skills and grow in leadership
Hours stated
Full-Time, 7pm to 7:30am for Night Shift. Schedule includes every other weekend.
Weekends
Every other weekend Schedule includes every other weekend.
Details
Up to 96 adult and geriatric patients across four units we serve up to 96 adult and geriatric patients across four units.

The workplace

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  • Can you walk me through base pay range and differentials?
  • What should I expect for weekly hours, holiday, call, and rotation?
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  • What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
  • How are patient load, floating, and staffing support handled day to day?
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Your fit

On your path

Psychiatric is open from year one. Behavioral health spans inpatient, emergency, and community settings.

Original listing

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Responsibilities

Southridge Behavioral Hospital is a beautiful and new state-of-the-art facility. As a joint venture with the Trinity Health System and Universal Health Services, we serve up to 96 adult and geriatric patients across four units.

We believe that caring, dedicated and valued staff provide exceptional patient care. We are seeking high caliber applicants that will provide innovative and evidence-based care focused on our patient’s individual needs, comfort and safety. Thank you for considering our Psychiatric Mental Health Technician position as we continue our successful opening!

More information about Southridge can be found online at: https://southridgebh.com/

Position Description

Psychiatric Mental Health Technicians carry out the daily routines of patient care under the direction Registered Nurse and Shift Supervisor. This includes:

  • Assisting in the ongoing assessment of the safety and emotional needs of each patient.
  • Demonstrating awareness of the key elements of the treatment plans for all assigned patients and provides intervention/care accordingly on an individualized basis.
  • Assisting patients with their personal grooming and personal hygiene, appropriate to the patient’s age, developmental level and needs.
  • Participating in assigned groups and activities to meet the needs of various patient populations.
  • Demonstrating the ability to maintain therapeutic and professional rapport with patients.
  • Participating with other personnel in maintaining a safe and therapeutic milieu. Provides verbal de-escalation techniques and physical management, as needed.
  • Making rounds on patients, including documenting every 15 minutes or sooner to provide patient safety.
  • Assisting the RN with patient admissions and discharges. Performs vital signs, belongings searches, and orientation to the unit.

Benefit Highlights

  • Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
  • 401(k) and Roth 401(k) with Company Match
  • Employee Stock Purchase Program
  • Competitive Compensation & Paid Time Off
  • Disability, Life, Pet Insurance and much more!

More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: benefits.uhsguest.com

Southridge also has a focus on furthering your Education and Career Development:

  • Career ladder focus with opportunities to cross train, build skills and grow in leadership
  • Tuition reimbursement assistance program
  • Tuition savings through a partnership with Chamberlain University
  • Career development opportunities across UHS and our 300+ locations!
  • HealthStream online learning catalogue with plenty of free CEU courses

Hours and Location

Full-Time, 7pm to 7:30am for Night Shift. Schedule includes every other weekend.

We are located on the south side of Grand Rapids, near the intersection of M-6 and Byron Center Ave SW: 6291 Venture Hills Boulevard SW, Byron Center, MI 49315

Qualifications

Job

Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent required
  • Bachelors degree in Psychology or Human Services related field preferred but not required
  • CPR certified (Can obtain once hired)
  • Experience working as a psychiatric technician preferred

If you would like to learn more before applying, please call or text Valerie at 616-500-4581 or email at valerie.vranish@uhsinc.com

About Universal Health Services

One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 300 corporation, annual revenues were $15.8 billion in 2024. During the year, UHS was again recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune; and listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies.

Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 99,000 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located all over the U. S. States, Washington, D. C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. www.uhs.com

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What's around it?

In BYRON CENTER, MI

BYRON CENTER, MIFrom Census ACS 2024.

Living costs about 4% below the US average

Median rent
$1,517/mo
Household income
$122,553/yr, all local households, not nurse pay

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