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Mental Health/Psychiatric Technician

Amergis
Published
October 29, 2026
Expires
Never
Location
Torrance, PA

Description

**Mental Health/Psychiatric Technician**

**Setting:** Healthcare Facilities

**Job Type:** Contract - Full Time

**Pay:** $28 / Hour

**Hours:** 40.00

**Location:** Torrance, PA

The Behavioral Health Technician cares for individuals with
psychiatric conditions as well as a variety of substance use disorders,
following the instructions of physicians, nurses or other health practitioners.
The Behavioral Health Technician monitors patients' safety, physical and
emotional well-being and report directly to medical staff.

**Minimum Requirements:**

+ High School diploma or equivalent required

+ Associate's degree in behavioral studies or related field,or equivalent experience preferred (or per facility requirements)

+ Minimum of one (1) year relevant experience preferred

+ Complies with all relevant professional standards ofpractice

+ Current CPR if applicable

+ TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable

+ Current Health certificate (per contract or stateregulation)

+ Must meet all federal, state and local requirements

+ Must be at least 18 years of age

**Benefits**

At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

+ Competitive pay & weekly paychecks

+ Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

+ 401(k) savings plan

+ Awards and recognition programs

*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

**About Amergis**

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.

Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

**Job Category:** Aide

**Job Function:** Aide | Mental Health/Psychiatric Technician | Mental Health/Psychiatric Technician

**Job Type:** Contract - Full Time

**Setting:** Healthcare Facilities

**Position Type:** Healthcare

**Office Number:** 0773

**Contract Duration:** 13

**Pay Rate:** $28 / Hour

**Date Posted:** 2026-10-28T13:13:51

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