The Psych Tech (Technician) assists in providing behavioral nursing care to patients hospitalized for psychiatric and/or substance abuse treatment. This position participates in the planning and implementation process for the multidisciplinary treatment team including physical care of patients as directed by registered nurse(s) and management of patients' behavioral expressions of substance abuse or psychopathology. RESPONSIBILITIES: Provides patient care to adult age groups for substance abuse services.Demonstrates the capacity to observe and assess patients for verbal and non-verbal indicators of mental status, monitor potential risk, and intervene with appropriate individual and team action.