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Psychiatric Technicians - Nazareth, PA

Merakey
$16.25 per hour* *Take advantage of the opportunity to earn an additional $2 per hour by selecting our Enhanced Pay option! Benefits Merakey offers generous benefits that promote well-being, financial security, and work-life balance, including:
tuition reimbursement, retirement plan
United States, Pennsylvania, Nazareth
Jan 23, 2026
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Psychiatric Technicians
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Nazareth, Pennsylvania, United States
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Position Type
Full-Time
Shift
1st, 2nd, 3rd - with week-ends
Work Schedule
7am-3pm and 3pm to 11pm, one weekend day is required.
Requirements

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:



  • Valid Driver's license and clean driving record
  • Must be able to work a mix of 2nd shift (3 pm to 11 pm) and 1st shift (7 am to 3 pm) with one weekend day required per week.



**ASK ABOUT PRN OPTIONS IF FULL TIME IS NOT A FIT!**



Psychiatric Technician education requirements:



  • HS diploma or GED
  • 1-2 years' experience working with individuals diagnosed MH/MR.
  • Some college experience in the field is preferred.

Description

Join Our Team as a Psychiatric Technician!


Make an Impact. Grow Your Career. Change Lives.



Are you looking to take the next step in your mental health career while working with an extraordinary, compassionate team?
At Merakey, heart and soul aren't just words - they reflect how we show up every day for the people we serve.


We are seeking a dedicated and motivated Psychiatric Technician to support residents in our 10bed adult residential program in Nazareth, PA.


If you're passionate about helping others reach their potential, we want to meet you.



What You'll Do


As a key member of our care team, you will:



  • Facilitate therapeutic and engaging group sessions
  • Provide supportive one-on-one interventions
  • Supervise and mentor residents in their daily routines
  • Implement and monitor individualized treatment plans
  • Collaborate as an essential member of the treatment team
  • Complete daily documentation in our EMR system
  • Support residents with additional tasks as assigned


Why Merakey?



  • Mission-driven culture centered on compassion and empowerment
  • Opportunities for career development and advancement
  • Supportive leadership and a collaborative team environment



Earn $16.25 per hour*


*Take advantage of the opportunity to earn an additional $2 per hour by selecting our Enhanced Pay option!



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



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.



Merakey is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer! We deeply value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ethnic background, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or disability status. Moreover, we are committed to creating teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and encourage applicants from underrepresented backgrounds to apply.



Merakey welcomes all Veterans to apply!



If you're ready to grow, make a meaningful difference, and be part of something impactful, apply today and bring your passion to Merakey!

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