Psychiatric Technician – Bethlehem, PA

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The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:

• High School Diploma/GED
• Must be 21 years of age.
• experience working with adults in a behavioral or mental health program preferred.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Must be able to work full time hours, Sunday through Thursday 3p-11p

The Psychiatric Technician will:

• ensure the safety of clients at all times by completing safety checks and observing client throughout shift.
• assist/monitor that clients complete and follow through with personal hygiene, up-keep of personal space, completion of daily chores, and cook/prep meal, etc.
• transport clients to individual outings, meaningful outings, and doctor’s appointments, etc.
• complete electronic charting by end of shift daily.
• attend staff meetings as scheduled.
• assist Manager in shift coverage/mandating as needed.
• observe residents taking prescribed medications.

Earn $16.25 per hour*

*An additional $2 per hour is available with the selection of our Enhanced Pay option!

Benefits

Merakey offers generous benefits that promote well-being, financial security, and work-life balance, including:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus access to healthcare advocacy support.
• Retirement plan — both pre-tax and Roth (after-tax) options available for employee contributions.
• DailyPay — access your pay when you need it!
• On the Goga well-being platform, featuring self-care tools and resources.
• Access Care.com for backup childcare, elder care, and household services.
• Confidential counseling, legal, and financial services through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Tuition reimbursement and educational partnerships.
• Employee discounts and savings programs on entertainment, travel, and lifestyle.
• Access to Pryor Online Learning for free online personal development classes.

Learn more about our full benefits package – https://www.merakey.org/careers/benefits

About Merakey

Merakey is a non-profit provider of developmental, behavioral health, and education services. More than 8,000 employees provide support to nearly 40,000 individuals and families throughout 12 states across the country each year.

Click here to watch a video about Merakey.

Merakey strictly follows a zero-tolerance policy for abuse.

Merakey is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer! We deeply value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ethnic background, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or disability status. Moreover, we are committed to creating teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and encourage applicants from underrepresented backgrounds to apply.

Merakey welcomes all Veterans to apply!