Behavioral Health Technician Supervisor - Project Hope for Women and Children

Marshall Health•Huntington, WV

6d•Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for a compassionate, diligent behavioral health technician supervisor to join our residential substance use treatment facility. You will be working in conjunction with a multi-disciplinary team to implement treatment plans for patients with substance use disorder, and or co-occurring disorders, providing them with the care, support, and supervision they require. To be successful as a behavioral health technician supervisor, you should be an excellent listener with a solid understanding of what it takes to treat or manage substance use disorders and or co-occurring disorders. Must be able to provide day to day leadership and management of staff, fill shift needs, manage schedules and act as a member of the treatment team. Top candidates will also be sensitive, respectful, and personable when working with our patients.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age
High School Diploma or Equivalent; Associates/ Bachelors Preferred, PRSS Certification will be considered
Experience working with individuals with SUD/Co-occurring is a plus
1 year of supervisory experience preferred
Ability to complete tasks, and meet deadlines
Ability to treat patients with dignity and empathy.
Strong listening and communication skills.
Good physical fitness.
Acute observation skills.
Computer literacy.
Valid Driver’s Licenses

Responsibilities

Directly Supervise all Behavioral Health Technicians
Ensure all shifts are appropriately staffed with qualified staff
Review staff documentation and reporting to ensure appropriate policies and procedures are being followed
Participate in Treatment Teams of patients as needed
Carrying out individual treatment plans prescribed by medical professionals.
Monitoring patients and recording your observations.
Reporting back on each patient's progress and concerns.
Ensuring patients have a safe and supportive environment.
Diffusing situations in which patients wish to harm themselves or others.
Providing emotional support to patients.
Alerting medical professionals to intervene in emergencies.
Carrying out assessments and other administrative tasks.
Maintaining strict patient rights and confidentiality in accordance with HIPPA and 42 CFR Part 2
Transport to medical appointments and community support needs
Provide support in completing personal living skills and independent community functions
Basic facility housekeeping which may include laundry, dusting, vacuuming maintaining a clean and sanitary condition of the facility
Performs job assignments, with attention to and in compliance with the Local, Federal, State, Program and Agency Mandated regulations, missions, values and ethics with a positive attitude
Adheres to the agency’s policies and procedures
Other Duties as assigned