Behavioral Health Tech II - ED

Valleywise Health System • Phoenix, AZ

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Behavioral Health Tech II works in Valleywise Health’s Emergency Department, part of Arizona’s public teaching hospital and a Level I Trauma Center. Under the direction of the Nurse Manager, the position performs routine activities to provide physical and psychological care to patients with a primary or secondary mental health diagnosis. The Behavioral Health Tech collaborates with the treatment team, including patients and their families, in a fast-paced emergency care environment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Crisis Prevention Intervention Training; for an adult emergency position, this must be completed by the position start date.
• BLS issued by the American Heart Association, or completion of BLS during NEO training.
• Meet the applicable minimum age requirement: at least 21 years old, or at least 18 years old and licensed or certified under A.R.S. Title 32 while providing services within the scope of practice.
• Demonstrate the skills and knowledge to provide behavioral health services to adults, including people over age 65, adolescents, people with substance abuse issues, people who are seriously mentally ill or have co-occurring disorders, and people who may be victims or perpetrators of domestic violence.
• Basic computer word-processing skills and the ability to navigate an electronic medical record using a computer.
• Ability to read, write, and speak effectively in English.
• Acceptable behavioral health work experience includes direct care for individuals with a mental disorder, personality disorder, or substance use problem in a behavioral health or correctional work environment.

Nice To Haves

• Basic Behavioral Sciences Certificate of Completion.
• Bachelor’s degree in a field related to Behavioral Health.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical and psychological care to patients with a primary or secondary mental health diagnosis.
• Collaborate with all members of the treatment team, including patients and families.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED