Behavioral Health Tech

Trinity Health•Davenport, IA

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About The Position

At MercyOne, health care is more than just a doctor’s visit or a place to go when you’re in need of medical attention. Our Mission is based on improving the health of our communities – that means not only when you are sick but keeping you well. MercyOne Genesis serves a 17-county bi-state region of the Quad Cities (Davenport and Bettendorf, Iowa, and Rock Island and Moline, Ill.) metropolitan area and the surrounding communities of Eastern Iowa and Western Illinois. But when it comes to clinical capabilities and quality, we exceed those geographical limits. We have earned distinction as a two-time national Top 15 Health System, and recognition for being in the top 1 percent in the nation for patient safety. Want to learn more about MercyOne Genesis? Click here: MercyOne Genesis | Stronger. Together. As One! Join the MercyOne Family! We are looking to hire a Behavioral Health Tech As a Behavioral Health Tech at MercyOne, you will participate in the provision of safe, quality patient care as delegated by the Nurse Manager. The Technician greets patients upon admission to the Behavioral Health Unit. Responsibilities include but are not limited to; providing patient unit orientation, providing the patient with the standard daily activity schedule and setting behavior expectations during the patients stay on the unit. The Technician leads group sessions to develop patient relationships. Sessions include daily goal setting and follow up with patients to track their accomplishments. The position requires the ability to establish rapport and trust with patients and the ability to offer interventions if patient situations escalate. The Technician may be required to assist with patient personal care and perform health monitoring activities. Position Title: Behavioral Health Tech Department: Adult Psychiatric Schedule: 3rd shift (11:00pm - 7:30am) Full Time .9 (36 hours a week) Every Other Weekend Rotating Holidays General Requirements Training Preferred: Medical terminology, CNA, Previous Behavioral Health Experience Special Training: Basic Life Support, CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention) More than 2 years' experience required Education: High School diploma/GED or equivalent experience Colleagues of MercyOne Health System enjoy competitive compensation with a full benefits package and opportunity for growth throughout the system! Visit MercyOne Careers to learn more about the benefits, culture, and career development opportunities available to you at MercyOne Health System circle of care. Our Commitment Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Requirements

High School diploma/GED or equivalent experience
More than 2 years' experience required
Basic Life Support
CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention)

Nice To Haves

Medical terminology
CNA
Previous Behavioral Health Experience

Responsibilities

participate in the provision of safe, quality patient care as delegated by the Nurse Manager
greet patients upon admission to the Behavioral Health Unit
provide patient unit orientation
provide the patient with the standard daily activity schedule
set behavior expectations during the patients stay on the unit
lead group sessions to develop patient relationships
Sessions include daily goal setting and follow up with patients to track their accomplishments
establish rapport and trust with patients
offer interventions if patient situations escalate
assist with patient personal care
perform health monitoring activities