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The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS) has a career opportunity as a Psychiatric Technician at the Montana State Hospital. The Montana State Hospital (MSH) in Warm Springs provides inpatient psychiatric treatment for adults with serious mental illness. MSH is the only public psychiatric hospital in Montana that serves people admitted from communities across the state. Psychiatric Technicians (Psych Techs) *provide assistance and support to clients in a therapeutic environment. Responsibilities include supervises and accounts for patients; provides care as directed by medical and nursing providers; observes, reports, and documents information concerning patient’s physical, emotional, and behavior status; provides and assists with therapeutic activities and activities of daily living; maintains and protects patient rights; recognizes and appropriately responds using therapeutic communication and de-escalations techniques with patients. Employees who have successfully completed training will be placed in a specified work shift consisting of five (5) consecutive 8-hour workdays followed by two (2) consecutive days off. Upon completion of a six (6) month probationary period, employees may bid on a permanent work shift. Additionally, shift differential may available, and one meal is provided per shift. This position is eligible for a statutory $1.50 an hour base pay increase effective July 1, 2024, and a hiring incentive up to $7,500. Find out more by visiting work4dphhs.com. * * *Why Join DPHHS * * Our mission at DPHHS is to serve Montanans in their communities to improve and protect the health, safety, and well-being, and to empower independence. By joining our department, you will have the opportunity to perform meaningful work in public service to our state and its residents. The State of Montana's comprehensive benefits package includes healthcare coverage, retirement plans, paid vacation (15 days per year), sick leave (12 days per year), and holidays (11 per year), work/life balance, and eligibility to participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. In addition, DPHHS is the largest state agency with a wide range of advancement opportunities whether you are joining the workforce or have several years of experience. Qualifications - External Qualifications for this Career Opportunity * Knowledge of practices and methods for providing care. * Skill to utilize equipment necessary to perform routine nursing care and procedure. * Effective written and verbal communication skills. * Ability to work with patients requiring degrees of assistance. * Ability to make observations and report/record them accurately. * Ability to follow oral and written instructions. * Ability to maintain attention to detail and thoroughly complete work tasks. * Ability to deal with sensitive and confidential information in compliance with HIPAA. · Meet minimum qualifications: o High School diploma or equivalent. o Must successfully complete the Psychiatric Technician Course as designed and provided by Montana State Hospital and maintain competency in the knowledge, skills, and abilities through a minimum of 12 hours of provided continuing education per year. o Preferred one year of experience providing care to individuals with developmental, behavioral, or psychiatric disorders. * * How to Apply To be considered for a DPHHS position, _submit your application_ on the State of Montana Careers website. Successful applicants will be subject to background checks relevant to the position and must pass reference checks before an offer will be extended. DPHHS is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For a copy of the full job description or if you need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, contact DPHHS Human Resources listed below. This position is open until filled with frequent screening of applicants. Montana State Hospital LinkedIn Montana State Hospital Website Title: Psychiatric Technician Part - time Location: Warm Springs Requisition ID: 24140407