Behavioral Health Tech Doc Ft

Job Details

Job Location

Saint Petersburg - 1735 Martin Luther King S Floor 1 - Saint Petersburg, FL

Position Type

Full Time

Education Level

High School

Salary Range

$15.00 - $15.00 Hourly

Travel Percentage

None

Job Category

Entry Level

Description

Position Summary:

Person in this position will provide direct supervision of clients ensuring safety of all residents, model appropriate behavior, and compliance to program rules. Daily routine care and supervision will fall mainly to the Behavioral Health Technician. Essential Job Functions include those listed below. Other duties may be assigned as needed.

Essential Job Functions

• Utilize crisis intervention techniques to assist with de-escalation of situations ensuring safety for all.
• Embrace and embody the mission, vision, guiding principles, clinical vision, and goals of WestCare Foundation.
• Assist with chores including mealtime preparation and facilitate house meetings.
• May be required to witness/monitor clients taking medication.
• Work under the supervision of Program Coordinator.
• Transport to community appointments such as medical, dental, school, as needed.
• Other relevant duties as assigned.
• Complete support documentation and daily notes for assigned clients.

Qualifications

Essential Qualifications:

• Current Florida Driver License
• Must be 21 years of age or older
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Minimum of 1 year experience working with clients in a residential setting

Education:

• High School Diploma or equivalent

During your tenure with WestCare there may be new requirements, including, but not limited to vaccinations that are issued by local, State, Federal, and/or Funders that WestCare may have to comply with. Should this occur Human Resources or appropriate personnel will inform you.

WestCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment at WestCare is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment drug test,pre-employment physical and criminal background check