Behavior Health Technician
About The Position
This role involves monitoring patients in detox and residential care, ensuring adherence to policies and procedures, and supporting their recovery. The technician will maintain a healthy and recovery-focused environment, facilitate support groups, and assist patients in achieving holistic recovery (mental, physical, emotional, and spiritual). Responsibilities include providing patient support, witnessing medication administration, ensuring facility safety, documenting in the EMR, and attending staff meetings and trainings. Professional and confidential interaction with patients, visitors, and family members is essential, adhering to HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED
- Experience in a behavioral health or addiction treatment setting preferred
- Knowledge of addiction and recovery principles
- Understanding of HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2 regulations
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Basic computer skills for EMR documentation
Nice To Haves
- Certified Recovery Support Specialist (CRSS) or similar certification
- Experience facilitating support groups
- First Aid/CPR certification
Responsibilities
- Monitor patients in detox and residential care for current needs, adherence to policies & procedures, and recovery related issues.
- Maintain a healthy and recovery-focused patient milieu.
- Facilitate recovery-oriented support groups.
- Assist with meal preps as-needed.
- Support patients in attaining mental, physical, emotional, and spiritual recovery.
- Provide patients with validation, support, and assistance.
- Witness patient’s self-administer non-narcotic medications, as-needed.
- Ensure that the facility is neat and free of any fire or safety hazards, per FRC policies & procedures.
- Record groups and patient updates in the electronic medical record (EMR).
- Report vital signs & assessment flow sheets, if needed.
- Attend staff meetings and any required trainings.
- Interact appropriately and professionally with all patients, visitors, and family members.
- Maintain confidentiality of patients, upholding HIPAA and 42 CFR Part 2 at all times.
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Opportunities for professional development
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
