Behavioral Health Technician
Job Description
Position: Psychiatric Social Health Technician (Behavioral Health)
Location: New York, NY 10016
Job Type: Contract
Contract: 13 weeks with strong possibility of extension
Shift: Morning, Evening & Night (All shifts are available)
Guaranteed hours per week: 37.50
Pay: $32 to $36/hr on W2
Job Summary
Pride Health is seeking experienced Psychiatric Social Health Technicians (PSHT) to support an Adult Behavioral Health inpatient unit within a large acute-care hospital setting. This is a great opportunity for professionals with strong behavioral health experience who thrive in structured clinical environments.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support patients with daily activities and therapeutic interventions
- Monitor patient behavior and report observations to clinical staff
- Assist in maintaining a safe and structured treatment environment
- Provide emotional support and reinforce treatment plans
- Respond appropriately to behavioral health crises
- Ensure adherence to safety protocols and unit policies
Requirements:
- Minimum 2 years of Behavioral Health experience
- AHA BLS Certification (required)
- Strong communication and patient interaction skills
- Ability to work in a secure, inpatient behavioral health setting
Pride Health offers eligible employees comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance, and hospital indemnity), 401(k) retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto and home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with preferred vendors.