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Located on a 27-acre wooded campus, Fairmount Behavioral Health System is a peaceful, therapeutic environment for patients and families. Fairmount is a major regional resource for adolescents and adults who have psychiatric and behavioral problems as well as alcohol and drug dependency needs. The spacious campus borders Fairmount Park in the Roxborough section of Philadelphia. With one of the leading alcohol and drug detox and rehab programs in Philadelphia, Fairmount is the provider of choice for individuals requiring specialized co-occurring psychiatric and chemical dependency treatment.

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The Psychiatric Technician provides direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. The primary responsibilities include the provision of a safe and therapeutic milieu, crisis interventions, and activities of daily living. There are 8 hour shifts available on 7am-3:30pm, 3pm-11:30pm and 11pm-7:30am shifts.

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited program in an area of human services, which includes, but may not be limited to the following: psychology, sociology, political science, counseling, criminal justice, pastoral counseling, elementary/special education, or family therapy. – OR – a High school diploma or General Education Development (GED) equivalent. Plus a minimum of 2 years of experience (paid or unpaid) in a human service field. This experience must involve direct contact with the individual receiving services (i.e. coaching, teaching, case management, etc.).

Benefit Highlights:

• Generous Paid Time Off
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries
• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive Compensation
• Tuition Reimbursement Program

One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500 corporation, annual revenues were $11.6 billion in 2020. In 2021, UHS was again recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune; in 2020, ranked #281 on the Fortune 500; and listed #330 in Forbes ranking of U.S.’ Largest Public Companies. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has 89,000 employees and through its subsidiaries operates 26 acute care hospitals, 334 behavioral health facilities, 39 outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located in 38 U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom.

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• 401(k)
• Paid time off
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Retirement plan

Medical specialties:

• Addiction Medicine
• Pediatrics
• Psychiatry

Schedule:

• Weekend availability
• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Behavioral health: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Location: One location