Behavioral Health Technician Jobs

A Behavioral Health Technician is the liaison between client and clinical - whose priority is to assist in providing a safe environment for individuals in recovery. This is more than a job - it could be the beginning of your career!

• 3nd Shift ***

As a BHT, you'll assist in the intake process and transportation needs for clients, answer client questions, and help clients adjust to the program routine. You'll observe and report to the medical staff any changes in a client's physical or mental condition and make sure their safety and wellbeing is #1!

We Require

• Ability and desire to keep patients safe at all times
• 1+ Years experience in Mental Health Field (or corresponding college coursework) - preferable
• A High School diploma or GED
• Professional demeanor and strong work ethic

Expectations Of The Role

• Keep all properties and office spaces cleaned. During downtime, ensure the general areas are free of objects and clutter.
• Maintain constant and clear communication during a client admit.
• Monitor family visits to ensure patient safety.
• Facilitate orientation groups or meetings with patients.
• Protect the privacy of all patient information in accordance with the organization's privacy policies, procedures and practices, as required by federal and state law, and in accordance with general principle of professionalism as a health care provider.
• Assist the medical department to monitor the patients during "medication pass" times. (if applies)
• Establish and maintain healthy relationships with the patients.
• Participate in all staff meetings and trainings as scheduled.
• Assist with the admission process on new patient admissions and orientation procedures and schedules.
• Exercise sound professional judgment and seek assistance as necessary to effectively manage patients.
• Ensure all properties are maintained and cleaned at all times.
• De-escalate and assist with patients leaving treatment AMA/ACA and other patient problems.
• Complete timely and accurate shift reports and checklists at the end of each shift.
• Know how many patients are on property and where they are at all times by completing que checks.

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