Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) / CNA
About The Position
The Behavioral Health Technician (CNA I) works on an 81-bed Adult Behavioral Health Unit alongside registered nurses, certified nursing assistants, mental health technicians, social work and recreational therapists, and psychiatric providers. The unit treats patients with diagnoses including major depressive disorder, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, borderline personality disorder, and substance use disorder. Patients may experience psychosis, suicidal or homicidal ideation, mania, or exacerbations of mental illness. This role supports individuals experiencing behavioral health crises in a collaborative care environment. The technician identifies patient needs, provides care appropriate to each patient's condition and age, completes timely and appropriate documentation related to medical necessity in the medical record, and assists with activities of daily living. The position is in person at the South Campus and follows a 3x12+ night schedule from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m., with rotating weekends and holidays.
Requirements
- Current state NA I license.
- Completion of an NA course from an accredited school.
- Basic Life Support certification required within 30 days of hire.
Nice To Haves
- One year of experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Accurately identify patient needs.
- Provide care appropriate to the patient's condition and age.
- Complete timely and appropriate documentation relating to medical necessity in the medical record.
- Assist patients with activities of daily living.
Benefits
- Multiple levels of medical, dental, and vision coverage; medical plans start at $10 per pay period.
- Life, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance.
- Short- and long-term disability coverage.
- Paid family leave and paid time off.
- Higher education and certification tuition assistance.
- Loan assistance.
- 401(k) retirement package with company match.
- Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs, including free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services, and discount programs.
- Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
- Tuition reimbursement for full- and part-time employees.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
