Behavioral Health Tech - Partial Hospitalization Program

Children's Mercy KC • Kansas City, MO

1d • $20 • Onsite

About The Position

The Children’s Mercy Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) closes the care gap for behavioral health patients who don’t qualify for acute, inpatient services but need something more than what community outpatient programs offer. The program is located on the Adele Hall Campus, on the second floor of the Don Chisholm Hospital Hill Center. We treat patients who are ages 6 to 17, have complex medical and behavioral health needs or complex neurobehavioral needs (neurodevelopmental differences paired with severe behavior problems), and have symptoms and behaviors that put them at significant risk of going to the emergency room or being hospitalized. PHP care is needed for them to leave the hospital or keep them out of the hospital. The Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) is responsible for providing direct patient care under the supervision of the charge nurse with clinical guidance from a clinically licensed behavioral health professional (BCBA, Psychologist, Psychiatrist, Therapist). Direct patient care generally includes maintaining the safety of patients and others; the direct observation of patients; the implementation of individualized behavior plans; data collection and entry; and ongoing communication within a collaborative, interdisciplinary, healthcare team. Most patients will be under 18 years old with complex behavioral and mental health needs, frequently with comorbid medical illnesses. At Children’s Mercy, we are committed to ensuring that everyone feels welcomed within our walls. A successful candidate for this position will join us as we strive to create a workplace that reflects the community we serve, as well as our core values of kindness, curiosity, inclusion, team and integrity. Additionally, it’s important to us that we remain transparent with all potential job candidates. Because we value the safety of the patients and families we serve, as well as the Children’s Mercy staff, we want to let you know that the seasonal influenza vaccine is a condition of employment for all employees in our organization. New employees must be willing to be vaccinated if found non-immune to measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) and chicken pox (varicella) and/or without evidence of tetanus, diphtheria, acellular pertussis (Tdap) vaccination since 2005. If you are selected for this position, you will be asked to supply your immunization records as proof of vaccination. If you and have any concerns about receiving these vaccines, medical and/or religious exemptions can be further discussed with Human Resources.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree Psychology, Social Work, Behavior Analysis, or related field and No Experience necessary / On-the-Job Training
• HS diploma or equivalent and 1-2 years experience A minimum of one(1) years serving individuals with developmental disabilities, psychiatric disorders or behavioral needs or one (1) years working in an inpatient psychiatric unit, preferably with adolescents and children
• Other Hospital approved behavior management program required within 90 days

Responsibilities

• Provides direct care and observation with guidance from clinically licensed behavioral health providers and nursing staff, promoting family centered care in a healing environment.
• Demonstrates skill and judgment necessary to provide safe and effective care to patients, including those with complex behavior and/or mental health needs, under the supervision of the nursing team.
• Provides crisis intervention and initiates emergency response plan, when necessary
• Assists in the maintenance of a safe environment and promotes efficiency of operations.

Benefits

• The benefits plans at Children’s Mercy are one of many reasons we are recognized as one of the best places to work in Kansas City. Our plans are designed to meet the changing needs of our employees and their families.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level