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St. Jude Children's Research Hospital

Psychiatric Technician – Evenings

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital

. Ensure the safety of patients at risk of harm to self or others under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse and Behavioral Health Support Team .

Posted 10/14/2026full-timeHouston • Texas • United StatesJuniorWebsite

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Demonstrates expertise in patient observation and safety within behavioral health settings, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards while providing support and communication to the patient care team.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Behavioral Health ExperienceBLS CertificationCrisis Prevention CertificationPatient ObservationTeamwork and Communication

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Hard Skills
Patient Care PlansDirect ObservationMonitoring At-Risk BehaviorSafety ProtocolsContraband Monitoring
Soft Skills
Interpersonal CommunicationCustomer ServiceFlexibilityTeamwork
Certifications & Qualifications
BLS CertificationCrisis Prevention Certification
Industry Keywords
Behavioral HealthInpatient SettingOutpatient SettingPediatric Behavioral HealthOccupational Health and Safety Standards

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Ensure the safety of patients at risk of harm to self or others under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse and Behavioral Health Support Team
  • Provide direct continual observation of patients requiring special precautions
  • Remain with the assigned patient at all times during the assigned shift
  • Perform direct observation and monitor for at-risk behavior
  • Monitor for sharps and other contraband that can cause harm
  • Assist the nurse in maintaining a safe environment for patients, visitors, and employees
  • Assist in implementing individualized patient care plans
  • Promote healthy coping through verbal support and implementation of behavior plans
  • Assist the patient care team through observation and communication about patients’ status
  • Maintain accountability for professional development
  • Demonstrate commitment to teamwork, flexibility, professional interpersonal communication, and customer service

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • HS Diploma or GED Required
  • 1 Year experience with Behavioral Health in an inpatient or outpatient setting required
  • BLS Certification (American Heart Associate Only) required
  • Bachelor's Degree in psychology, Sociology, or other related degree preferred
  • Pediatric Behavioral Health experience preferred
  • Crisis Prevention certification preferred
  • Successful candidates must undergo respiratory fit testing in compliance with occupational health and safety standards

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Full and part-time shift availability
  • Equal opportunity employment