Psyche Social Health Tech (PSHT) - Behavioral Health Prison Ward - 26-01809

Job Title: Psyche Social Health Tech (PSHT) – Behavioral Health Prison Ward (Contract)

Job ID: BEL01-19W-PSHT-0001

Location: New York, NY

Facility Type: Adult Behavioral Health – Prison Ward

Contract Length: 14 Weeks (04/07/2026 – 07/11/2026)

Hours: 40 Hours per Week

Shift Options:

• 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM

• 3:00 PM – 11:30 PM

• 11:30 PM – 7:00 AM
  
  Employment Type: Contract

Compensation

• Traveler Pay: $40/HR (Approx. $1,500 Gross/Week)

• Local Pay: $35/HR (Approx. $1,312 Gross/Week)

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Psyche Social Health Tech (PSHT) to support patients within an Adult Behavioral Health Prison Ward setting. The PSHT will play a critical role in maintaining patient safety, promoting therapeutic engagement, and assisting the interdisciplinary team in delivering high-quality behavioral health care.

This role requires strong observational skills, sound judgment, and the ability to work effectively in a secure, high-acuity environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct support and supervision to behavioral health patients.

• Maintain a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment.

• Observe, monitor, and promptly report changes in patient behavior or condition.

• Assist nursing and clinical staff with patient care activities.

• Support therapeutic interventions and patient engagement activities.

• Follow facility safety protocols and behavioral health procedures.

• Maintain accurate, timely documentation.

• Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare team members.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of behavioral health experience (Required).

• High School Diploma or equivalent (Required).

• AHA BLS Certification (Required).

• Verification of legal authorization to work in the U.S.

• Ability to pass pre-employment health clearance, drug screening, and background check.

For more details reach at [email protected] or Call / Text at 518-862-1204.