LEAD PSYCHIATRIC TECHNICIAN

LEAD PSYCHIATRIC TECHNICIAN

Job no : 5039151

Work type : Full-Time (Salaried)

Location : Williamsburg, Virginia

Categories : Health and Human Services

Title : LEAD PSYCHIATRIC TECHNICIAN

State Role Title : 49053

Hiring Range : $40,625 - $53,836

Pay Band : 3

Agency : Dept Behavioral Health / Develop

Location : Eastern State Hospital

Agency Website :

Recruitment Type : Agency Employee Only - A

Job Duties

This position is only available to current employees within the Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (DBHDS).

Multiple positions will be filled from this posting.

Eastern State Hospital, located in Williamsburg, Virginia, was founded in 1773, with a well-intentional emphasis on community focused mental health care. This state of the art campus, situated on 500 acres, consists of two patient care buildings with 300 patients, and a highly skilled staff of over 900. Eastern State Hospital is part of the Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (DBHDS) system, and is accredited by the Joint Commission.

Currently hiring for 12-hour shifts : D / E 7 : 00 a.m. - 7 : 30 p.m. or E / N 7 : 00 p.m. - 7 : 30 a.m.

The Lead on Unit Activity Program Direct Service Associate III is directly accountable to the LPN, RN I, RN II, RN MGR I, or Administrator on Duty (AOD) for the provision of direct care to patients with challenging mental health and behavioral issues in an assigned forensic unit, according to the philosophy and objectives of Eastern State Hospital Department of Nursing and the Hospital's mission, goals and objectives.

This position supports the facility's mission to provide support and Lead the On Unit Activity Program to individuals with challenging behavioral and mental health needs. This position will assist ESH professional staff in carrying out active treatment plans for patients with the most challenging mental health, behavioral issues and forensic populations. These positions provide specialized service to include unit activities in working with individuals with challenging forensic, mental health, and behavior issues in specific units that house individuals such as jail transfers.

Minimum Qualifications

• Ability to act in the capacity of essential personnel during emergency / crisis situations.
• Advanced knowledge of Psychiatric Healthcare.
• Skill in implementing appropriate behavioral / mental health interventions during critical mental health crisis situations.
• Basic knowledge of the principles and practices of psychology and behavioral analysis in working with forensic patients.
• Ability to provide therapeutic de-escalation in a safe manner.
• Skill in implementing behavior modification techniques in a Psychiatric Hospital.
• Skill in dealing effectively in a Psychiatric Hospital environment working directly with individuals with Mental Health / Psychiatric / Behavior Diagnoses.
• Ability to work in an environment and with individuals with impulsive behaviors, as well as verbal / physical aggression.
• Skill in providing support and on unit activities during all aspects of daily personal care, to include intervening with aggressive behaviors.
• Ability to actively participate in process improvement projects, leading the On Unit Activity Program and patient data collection.
• Ability to have a high degree of attention to detail with regard to data collection and documentation.
• An ability to perform effectively as a Lead DSA for the On Unit Activity Program and as a member of a Direct Care team.
• Ability to follow written and verbal policies and procedures.
• Ability to operate a computer with basic word processing, excel and e-mail skills preferred.
• Ability to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to function with minimum supervision, recognizing the need for direction and assistance in situations beyond his / her scope of capabilities.
• Ability to learn and participate as a team member.
• Must have the ability to successfully complete BLS, TOVA and other required training upon employment at Eastern State Hospital

Additional Considerations

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and / or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to "Your Application" in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

This position is considered essential personnel and would be required to work in the event of an emergency, pandemic, or facility need. All ESH positions may be required to work different shifts to include nights, weekends, and holidays, and / or overtime as requested, in the event of an emergency.

EASTERN STATE HOSPITAL only accepts online applications via PAGEUP. Resumes and other documents may accompany the application but will not serve as a substitute for an application. Faxed, e-mailed or mailed applications will not be accepted. Please refer to your PAGEUP account for the status of your application and this position. This posting will remain open for a minimum of five (5) business days.

EASTERN STATE HOSPITAL offers a comprehensive benefit package to include your choice of four health insurance plans, paid life insurance and retirement plans, 12 paid holidays, annual and sick leave.

Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and / or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact Human Resources at (HR Rep phone # 757-208-7717) for assistance. Minorities, Individuals with disabilities, Veterans, and people with National Service experience are encouraged to apply. EEO / AA / TTY.

EASTERN STATE HOSPITAL is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment opportunities are open to all regardless of race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, political affiliation, genetics or disability.

DBHDS is a healthcare organization and must comply with the federal Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (federal CMS) guidance on Omnibus COVID-19 Health Care staff Vaccination Regulation which requires vaccination of all employees or an exemption. A job offer of employment is contingent upon the candidate meeting these guidelines as a condition of employment.

Contact Information

Name : EASTERN STATE HOSPITAL

Phone : 757-208-7717 / REFER TO PAGEUP FOR APPLICATION STATUS

Email : EMAIL APPLICATION MATERIALS NOT ACCEPTED

In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS / DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note : Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.

Advertised : 16 Jan 2025 Eastern Standard Time

Applications close :

Salary : $40,625 - $53,836