Behavioral Health Technician II Adolescent

Valleywise Health • Mesa, AZ

10d • $18 - $26 • Onsite

About The Position

The Behavioral Health Tech (BHT) II performs a variety of routine activities to provide physical and psychological care for patients under Court Ordered Evaluation or Treatment due to mental illness. These services are provided at one of our three inpatient facilities (Maryvale, Phoenix, and Mesa). The BHT II is part of a multidisciplinary team, working collaboratively with all members of the treatment team including the client/patient and their family. The BHT II is a vital component to the therapeutic milieu.

Requirements

• Requires a High School Diploma or GED.
• 1-2 years of behavioral health experience
• Must be able to complete Crisis Prevention and Intervention Training upon hire.
• Requires BLS issued by the American Heart Association or completes BLS during NEO training.
• Must have a valid fingerprint clearance card issued by the Arizona Department of Public Safety or submit completed application to the Arizona Department of Public Safety within seven days of hire date.
• Fingerprint clearance cards must remain valid for the entire period of issuance and must be renewed prior to expiration.
• Pursuant to Arizona Administrative Code R9-10-306 CHAPTER 10 of the Dept. of Health Services, personnel must be at least 21 years of age, or at least 18 years of age and licensed or certified under A.R.S. Title 32 and providing services within the personnel member's scope of practice.
• Must demonstrate the skills and knowledge to provide behavioral health services to adults, including those over the age of 65, adolescents, individuals with substance abuse, individuals who are seriously mentally ill, individuals who have co-occurring disorder, and/or individuals who may be victims or perpetrators of domestic violence.
• Requires basic computer word processing skills (e.g., formatting, editing, printing, composing email, internet searches, etc.) to be able to successfully navigate through an electronic medical record using a computer.
• Requires the ability to read, write, and speak effectively in English.

Nice To Haves

• Prefer a Basic Behavioral Sciences Certificate of Completion, or Bachelor's Degree in a field related to Behavioral Health
• Prefer behavioral health experience in an inpatient facility.
• Acceptable behavioral health work experience includes providing direct care to individuals with a mental disorder, personality disorder, or substance use problem gained in a behavioral health, or correctional work environment.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED