Psychiatric Technician, Per Diem, CenterPointe (Kalamazoo)

Psychiatric Technician Level I

Make a Difference Every Day

As a Psychiatric Technician at Pine Rest, you'll provide compassionate, hands-on care to individuals experiencing mental illness and developmental disabilities. Working alongside a multidisciplinary team, you'll help create a safe, therapeutic environment while building meaningful relationships with those you serve.

What You'll Do

• Provide direct care and emotional support to patients
• Help maintain a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment
• Participate in crisis intervention, de-escalation, and safety management
• Assist patients with activities of daily living (bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, etc.) as needed
• Lead and support therapeutic groups and daily programming
• Document patient progress, observations, and medication administration
• Monitor patient safety and promptly report concerns to the treatment team
• Teach and encourage social, coping, and daily living skills
• Escort patients to appointments and community outings when appropriate
• Assist with household tasks such as light cleaning, laundry, and meal preparation in residential settings
• Conduct searches and drug testing as required by the program
• Support individualized treatment plans and recovery goals
• Help train and mentor new team members

What We're Looking For

• Six months of post-high school education in behavioral sciences preferred
• CNA certification or one to two years of college preferred
• Passion for behavioral health and helping others
• Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to remain calm in crisis situations

Schedule

• Onsite position
• Weekend and holiday availability may be required

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision & life insurance
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Tuition assistance & student loan forgiveness
• Employee Assistance Program
• Davenport University tuition discounts for employees and eligible family members

Why Pine Rest?

• Work with a supportive, mission-driven team
• Gain valuable behavioral health experience
• Build meaningful relationships with patients
• Opportunities for career growth and professional development
• Make a lasting impact on individuals, families, and the community every day