Sr Psychiatric Technician
- Location
- Rochester, NY
- Listed
- 3 days ago
About the role
As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive.
Job Location (Full Address): 601 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14642
Opening
- Worker Subtype: Regular
- Time Type: Full time
- Scheduled Weekly Hours: 36
- Department: 500494 CPEP Comp Psych Eval Prog-Nrsg
- Work Shift: UR - Rotating (United States of America)
- Range: UR URCA 204 H
Compensation Range
$19.15 - $25.85
The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.
Responsibilities
In accordance with department policy and objectives, assists in the nursing care of the mentally ill by implementing various types of psychiatric treatment plans for groups of patients, including group interventions.
Position Summary
Supervision and Direction Exercised
May coordinate the work of a Nursing Assistant or equivalent position as required.
Machines and Equipment Used
Scale, thermometer, sphygmomanometer, common hospital equipment such as portable beds and wheel chairs, patient activity equipment for therapy and recreation, and other equipment of similar complexity.
Typical Duties
- Delivers health care services to patients and their families according to the interdisciplinary treatment plan. Independently implements the interdisciplinary treatment plan for an assigned group of patients, including group interventions. Revises and modifies plan in response to changes in patient and alterations in therapeutic approach; participates in planning conferences.
- Integrates multidisciplinary approaches to complete patient assessments and coordinate health care services across the continuum. Demonstrates problem solving and critical thinking skills in developing health care interventions. Participates in various therapeutic activities such as role playing, behavior modification, modeling, reality orientation, etc.
- Collaborates with patients, family members and the interdisciplinary treatment team to deliver quality services.
- Participates in ongoing staff development programs, workshops and seminars. Implements orientation and training for peer staff development, including the orientation and training of new Psychiatric Technicians.
- Participates in unit-based research and quality improvement, involving data collection and documentation of patient and family services. Records relevant data and reports data to appropriate staff.
- Performs other duties as assigned by Registered Nurse.
Qualifications
- Associate's Degree and one year of experience in a human services field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Additional information
The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture to advance the University's Mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create - and Make the World Ever Better. This commitment extends to non-discrimination in the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates, for all persons consistent with our values and based on applicable law.
Equal opportunity and legal notices
In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law (Protected Characteristics).
From Rochester's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on November 6, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.
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