Psychiatric Social Health Technician

JOB-10045765

Anticipated Start Date

February 10, 2026

Location

New York, NY

Type of Employment

Contract Hire

Employer Info

Our client provides top-ranked care, dozens of inpatient and outpatient specialties, and mental health services with a team of highly trained and caring medical professionals who are compassionate, culturally competent and patient centered. Their vision is to be a fully integrated health system that enables New Yorkers to live their healthiest lives. Many of their roles are temp-to-hire, giving our client and our candidates the opportunity to ensure they are the right fit for a full-time position, as this comes with career advancement opportunities and excellent benefits. In fact, over 30% of our candidates have converted to full time positions at our client.

Job Summary

We are looking for individuals to join our client’s team as Psychiatric Social Health Technician. You will support adult behavioral health patients by assisting with daily care, ensuring safety, and promoting therapeutic engagement under the supervision of licensed clinical staff.

Job Description

• Provide direct patient care in an adult inpatient behavioral health setting.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living (ADLs) and therapeutic activities.
• Monitor patient behavior and mental status; promptly report changes or safety concerns.
• Maintain a safe, therapeutic environment by following hospital and unit protocols.
• Participate in de-escalation techniques and crisis intervention as needed.
• Accurately document patient interactions, observations, and interventions.
• Collaborate with nurses, social workers, and other members of the care team.

Skills Required

• 2+ years of behavioral health experience required
• Strong communication, observation, crisis management, and patient support skills.

Education/Training/Certifications

• AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) required

Additional Requirements

• Shift: 11:00 PM-7:30 AM

Pay rate

• Up to $37.00 per hour depending on experience