Psychiatric Technician I

Merakey·West Deer Township, Pennsylvania

$19 - $19/hrFull Time On Site 0-2 yrsPosted 1 month ago

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Psychiatric Technician I · $19 - $19/hr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

At the median vs. median posted rate for behavioral health roles in West Deer Township, Pennsylvania ($18.51/hr)

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Shaded band: the middle 50% of posted behavioral health roles in West Deer Township, Pennsylvania rates. This role sits in the 50th percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about level with the West Deer Township, Pennsylvania median for behavioral health roles.

The Psychiatric Technician I is responsible for ensuring the safety and welfare of adult residents while supporting their mental, physical, and emotional health. They actively participate in the treatment planning process and assist in carrying out individual treatment plan goals.

Are you looking for an opportunity to advance your career while working with an extraordinary team? At Merakey, we put heart and soul into everything we do. We are seeking a Psychiatric Technician I to join our team in our Russellton, PA location.

Earn $18.51/hour with the selection of the Enhanced Pay Option.

Position Details

The Psychiatric Technician I position works with and adheres to the safety and welfare of all adult residents in the Residential Program including mental, physical, spiritual, and emotional health. The individual participates in carrying out residents’ treatment plan goals and assisting with the treatment planning process, as well as providing support with direct care responsibilities. Through experience gathered in this role, room for growth is offered within our Merakey programs!

Benefits

Merakey offers generous benefits that promote well-being, financial security, and work-life balance, including:
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus access to healthcare advocacy support.
Retirement plan -- both pre-tax and Roth (after-tax) options available for employee contributions.
DailyPay -- access your pay when you need it!
On the Goga well-being platform, featuring self-care tools and resources.
Access Care.com for backup childcare, elder care, and household services.
Confidential counseling, legal, and financial services through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Tuition reimbursement and educational partnerships.
Employee discounts and savings programs on entertainment, travel, and lifestyle.
Access to Pryor Online Learning for free online personal development classes.

Learn more about our full benefits package - https://www.merakey.org/careers/benefits [https://www.merakey.org/careers/benefits]

About Merakey

Merakey is a non-profit provider of developmental, behavioral health, and education services. More than 8,000 employees provide support to nearly 40,000 individuals and families throughout 12 states across the country each year. Click here to watch a video about Merakey. [] Merakey strictly follows a zero-tolerance policy for abuse.

Requirements

Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED and at least 6 months of experience working with mental health clients. A valid driver's license and the ability to obtain all required OMHSAS clearances are also mandatory.

high school
Communication
Documentation
Treatment planning
Team collaboration
Crisis intervention
Mental health support
Safety monitoring
Direct care
Recovery principles
Patient welfare

Posting details

Employment type: Full Time
Work arrangement: On Site
Experience: 0-2 yrs
Salary: $19 - $19/hr
Location: West Deer Township, Pennsylvania
Posted: Aug 3, 2026
Application: Employer website

Behavioral health roles in Pennsylvania

Behavioral health employers in Pennsylvania often seek candidates with direct patient care experience, and roles can be more competitive when applicants also bring phlebotomy certification or experience in crisis, detox, or acute psychiatric settings. This posting requires a high school diploma or GED plus at least one year of patient care experience, and the listed requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original job description to save you research time. If you’re considering applying, review whether your experience matches the setting and be ready to highlight any behavioral-health or phlebotomy background.