Behavioral Health Tech

Ascension St. Thomas Behavioral Health Hospital-posted 13 days ago

Full-time • Entry Level

Onsite • Nashville, TN

5,001-10,000 employees

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Join Ascension Saint Thomas Behavioral Health Hospital in Nashville, Tennessee, a leading provider of behavioral health services. We are actively seeking a compassionate Behavioral Health Tech to enhance our team of dedicated professionals. Renowned for offering a comprehensive continuum of care for adults and seniors, Ascension Saint Thomas strives to deliver empathetic, individualized treatment solutions. If you are passionate about contributing to a top-tier behavioral health facility and making a difference in the lives of those experiencing mental health challenges, we welcome you to apply. Full-Time & Part-Time Shift Times Include: Evenings: 3p-11:30p Weekend rotations required Ascension St. Thomas Behavioral Health provides a comprehensive benefits package for our Direct Care Staff. Current benefits include: Sign-On Bonus Up To $2,500 for Full-Time Evening-Shift Competitive Pay: Receive a competitive hourly rate plus a shift differential. Health Coverage: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans. Paid Time Off: Generous PTO policies to support work-life balance. Employee Perks: Enjoy discounts across a wide range of products and services through our Employee Discount Program. Support in Times of Need: Access to our Employee Disaster Assistance Program for unforeseen circumstances. Retirement Planning: Participate in the Acadia Healthcare 401(k) plan with robust investment options. Professional Development: Benefit from an excellent training program to enhance your skills. Career Advancement: Experience professional growth opportunities unparalleled in the industry, within a national network of hospitals and facilities. PURPOSE STATEMENT: Responsible for providing personal care services to patients at the facility under the direction of clinical or nursing leadership. Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always. When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority.

Demonstrate a sense of urgency related to the importance of patient safety and provide excellent customer services.
Ensure the well-being of patients and provide a positive, supportive and structured environment.
Responsible for conducting safety checks and ensuring that supervision is conducted at 15 minute intervals, as noted in special precautions, or in accordance with individualized supervision guidelines as needed.
Document timely, accurate and appropriate clinical information in patient's medical record.
Assist in providing a safe, secure and comfortable environment for patients, significant others and staff.
Interact routinely with patients, observe behaviors and communicate significant observations to nursing staff.
May oversee or assist patients with activities of daily living, including toileting, bathing, dressing, grooming, oral hygiene, meals, snacks, hydration and changing bed linens.
May obtain patient's vital signs, height and weight as assigned and document in patient record.
Facilitate patient educational-rehabilitative groups which cover a variety of topics including social skills, coping skills, anger management and independent living skills.
Engage patients in activities and interactions designed to encourage achievement of treatment goals.
Complete and maintain required documentation. Assist with follow-up and paperwork as required on incidents and events that may take place in the facility.
May provide transportation for patient or coordinate transportation with appropriate staff member.
Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always. When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority.
Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.

High school diploma or equivalent required.
CPR and de-escalation and restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).

Six months or more experience working with the specific population of the facility preferred.
First aid may be required based on state or facility requirements.

Sign-On Bonus Up To $2,500 for Full-Time Evening-Shift
Competitive Pay: Receive a competitive hourly rate plus a shift differential.
Health Coverage: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
Paid Time Off: Generous PTO policies to support work-life balance.
Employee Perks: Enjoy discounts across a wide range of products and services through our Employee Discount Program.
Support in Times of Need: Access to our Employee Disaster Assistance Program for unforeseen circumstances.
Retirement Planning: Participate in the Acadia Healthcare 401(k) plan with robust investment options.
Professional Development: Benefit from an excellent training program to enhance your skills.
Career Advancement: Experience professional growth opportunities unparalleled in the industry, within a national network of hospitals and facilities.

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