Behavioral Health Technician (Bht)

The Behavioral Health Technician position aims to develop a strong client-focused perspective to support clients in their goal of living a substance-free life. In the early stages, there is a need for considerable support and guidance. The Behavioral Health Technician must work closely with the other Behavioral Health Technician staff and team to develop the skills necessary to successfully perform the assigned duties and responsibilities. In addition to the duties identified below, this position performs general office/house support functions and assists personnel as necessary.

DUTIES & ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Oversee the self-administration of medication process when needed, ensuring adherence to all medication policies and procedures, and accurate documentation of the processes; medication audits when assigned
• Remain in communication with Supervisor regarding drives and drive when needed; ensure that the interior portion of the company vehicles are clean at all times; monitor clients at all times during shift and communicate regularly with the clinical team.
• Responsible for the cleanliness of assigned property inside and out by re-stocking items, following up client chores, assisting them, and if necessary, completing client chores.
• Responsible for documenting client observation rounds, when applicable.
• Responsible for following department protocol for checking-out vehicles, proper use of equipment and maintaining contact with transportation office and/or shift supervisor
• Perform drug and alcohol testing per protocol when necessary
• Drive residents and participants with alcohol and drug abuse issues to outside meetings, appointments, and outings on time according to the drive schedule
• Must dress appropriately with a collared shirt, nice pants or shorts, and hair must be neat with a clean-shaven face or trimmed beard/mustache (if applicable)
• Conduct searches when needed; inventory client personal property with clients upon intakes; utilize good communication skills in working with clients, their families, and significant others on a daily basis and while in crisis
• Ensure that the client activity and treatment schedule is adhered to; must be a role model at all times, and if applicable, shares personal experience, strength, and hope and act as a sobriety role model.
• Diligently monitor clients at all times during shift and overnight
• Ensure resident/participant, staff, volunteer, and vendor safety is adhered to at all times

CONFIDENTIALITY:

Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of client privacy and rights; maintains confidentiality of all medical, clinical, financial, or other sensitive materials and information in printed, electronic or verbal form, which may jeopardize the privacy of clients and/or employees. Accesses and uses the minimum necessary client identifiable information to perform job responsibilities and only for authorized purposes.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
The minimum qualifications include a High School Diploma or equivalency test, familiarity with the twelve-step program of recovery, and if in recovery, a minimum one-year continuous sobriety with strong interpersonal and communication skills.

• RADT required/will assist in obtaining

REQUIRED LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:
Current Adult CPR certification

Current Adult First Aid certification

Valid California Driver’s License

Valid TB Test

Background Check

Drug Screen

Health Screen

COVID Vaccination Card and/or Declination Form.

Driving Record History Check
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Walking, bending, and kneeling which may occur with long periods of sitting in vehicle while transporting; must be able to participate in moderate lifting of 30 or more pounds (suitcases, packages, etc.). This position must be able to support client weight in case of emergency situation or client disability requiring assistance in walking, etc. There is a risk of exposure to bodily fluids infections, contagious / blood borne diseases, and chemicals (cleaning agents), an exposed risk to highway accidents, and an exposed risk to varying, unpredictable situations (i.e. client behavior).

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Health insurance

Medical specialties:

• Addiction Medicine

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Corona Del Mar, CA 92625: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Behavioral health: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person