Full-time Behavioral Health Technician 3rd Shift
Description:
Position Summary:
The purpose of the Behavioral Health Technician is to assist in providing a safe environment for individuals. The BHT answers clients' questions and assist in adjusting program routine, report any changes in the client's physical or mental condition. The BHT is responsible for supervising clients during the program with emphasis on client safety and wellbeing.
Essential Duties:
Records inventory log of all personal belongings, valuables and return ticket. Tickets and valuables to be kept in the safe.
Completes required lab requisitions per protocol
Monitor clients at all times to include specific rounds and logging clients' whereabouts
De-escalates AMA and other client problems
Participate in all staff meetings as scheduled
Ensure garbage is disposed of properly throughout the shifts as needed
Monitors group room to ensure cleanliness after each activity
Hands off information necessary for next shift technician after each shift. Maintains logbook for the continuity of care. Participates in shift turnover and ensures that the next shift is aware of pertinent information as it relates to clients
Attend required staff training
Supervise clients completing the Program with emphasis on safety and well-being
Remind clients of program rules and regulations as necessary and report infractions immediately
Provide emotional support for clients while referring them to therapy staff to address clinical issues
Complete assigned paperwork in a neat, timely and accurate manner
Communicate with other staff as necessary to promote quality client care
Participate in maintaining clean, properly supplied and efficient work areas
Observe and report safety and maintenance problems
Interact appropriately with clients, showing respect while maintaining boundaries
Maintain a professional demeanor
Exercise sound professional judgement and seek assistance as necessary to effectively manage client behavior to include but not limited to suicidal concerns, issues of trauma
Protect privacy of all client information in accordance with facility privacy policies and procedures
Transport clients as needed
Other duties as assigned
Requirements:
Minimum Qualifications:
High School Graduate or GED preferred
Experience working in substance abuse and/or mental health preferred
Valid state driving license with no major violations in past five (5) years
Key Competencies:
Must be detail-oriented.
Excellent verbal/written communication skills.
Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines as well as be flexible and dependable.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Must have ability to multi-task and manage time effectively
Ability to work independently and make sound decisions
Empathetic and non-judgmental approach when working with clients from diverse backgrounds
Familiar with electronic medical records (EMR) systems
Work Environment:
This position is required to work in a temperature-controlled environment 80%-90% of the time spent indoors. Potential exposure to violent situations. Potential exposure to airborne/blood-borne pathogens or other potentially infectious materials. Standing, walking, bending, stoop/kneel, reaching, pushing. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Benefits Include:
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life
Employee Assistance Program
401k Match
Paid-Time Off
Sick Time
Holiday Pay