Licensed Psychiatric TechnicianHealth Advocates Network is currently seeking a Licensed Psychiatric Technician to work at a facility in Tehachapi, California. These are registry positions with our company. Pay Rate: $54/hour W2 Job Details: Area: Medical OT-8HR Class: LPT Shift: 1 Start: 06:00:00 End: 14:30:00Responsibilities:Give a basic level of general behavioral and psychiatric nursing care to mentally or developmentally disabled patient/youthAssist in the development of group and individual therapy regimens; Act as a provider of group therapy to patient/youthMonitor and report changes in patient symptoms or behaviorCommunicate with collaborating physicians or specialists regarding patient careEducate patients about health maintenance and disease preventionFacilitate referrals to other healthcare professionals and medical facilitiesMaintain accurate patient medical recordsWork with other disciplines as part of Treatment Team in the development of treatment plans and objectives from assessments in providing an overall treatment program for patient/youthProvide advice and emotional support to patients and their family membersQualifications:Minimum of 1 year of experience within the last 36 months (3 years) as a Licensed Psychiatric TechnicianAbility to build rapport with patientsCompassionate and caring demeanorFamiliarity with medical terminologyA valid and current CPR card (American Heart Association)Must have up to date credentials in the state of California