Behavioral Health Tech II
Arkansas Children's Hospital Northwest•Little Rock, AR
About The Position
The Behavioral Health Technician contributes to patients’ health and well-being by assisting the care team. The role provides constant safety observations, redirection and de-escalation, and care for patients identified as being at risk to themselves or others. The position is full time on the Acute Crisis Unit, working Monday, Friday, and Saturday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. It is designated safety sensitive. Arkansas Children’s is a tobacco-free workplace, and flu vaccination is required.
Requirements
- Two years of relevant work experience; a high school diploma or GED may substitute for two years of work experience.
- Flu vaccination is required.
- Must not be a current user of medical marijuana because the position is designated safety sensitive.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
- Certified Behavioral Health Technician (CBHT) certification from the Academy for Addiction Professionals.
- Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) certification through Prometric.
- Mental Health Technician (CMHT) certification from the National Career Certification Board.
- Mental Health Technician certification from the National Career Certification Board.
- Registered Behavior Technician certification from the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB).
Responsibilities
- Document patients’ mood, mental sharpness, sleeping patterns, eating habits, and overall function to support patient and employee safety.
- Directly observe patients and document their vital statistics.
- Recognize and report early signs of escalation to the patient care team.
- Communicate effectively with the treatment team to support safe, quality care.
- Respond appropriately and safely to dangerous behavior.
- Apply evidence-based de-escalation techniques and strategies.
- Complete patient care tasks as delegated by licensed nursing staff, which may include vital signs, intake and output, heights, weights, head circumference, activities of daily living, and other patient-care assignments.
- Help maintain a clean, safe, and orderly patient and department environment.
- Assist with patient admission, transfer, and discharge as directed by licensed staff.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
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