Behavioral Health Technician CONTINGENT

Detroit Wayne Mental Health Authority • Detroit, MI

8d • $0 - $28 • Onsite

About The Position

Under the general supervision of the Site Director, the Behavioral Health Technician is responsible for the well-being of patients in the Crisis Care facility. Behavioral Technicians are responsible for assisting clients with day-to-day activities, monitoring their progress, and resolving issues and problems as they arise.

Requirements

• Knowledge of DWIHN policies, procedures and practices.
• Knowledge of the DWIHN provider network and community resources.
• Knowledge of the Michigan Mental Health Code.
• Knowledge of MDHHS policies, rules, regulations and procedures.
• Knowledge of the practices of a Behavioral Health Technician.
• Knowledge of Crisis Operations principles and practices.
• Knowledge of Peer Recovery Support principles and practices.
• Knowledge of behavioral health and mental health principles and practices.
• Knowledge of Suicide Prevention, Resilience and Crisis Intervention.
• Knowledge of Substance Use Disorder practices and principles.
• Lived experience in program recovery.
• Assessment skills.
• Evaluation skills.
• Organizational skills.
• Communication skills.
• Active Listening skills.
• Decision Making skills.
• Teamwork skills.
• Relationship-building skills.
• Computer skills (Word, Excel, Access, Power Point, Outlook, Teams).
• Ability to communicate orally.
• Ability to communicate in writing.
• Ability to work effectively with others.
• Ability to work with an ethnically, linguistically, culturally, economically and socially diverse population.
• Judgement/Reasoning ability.
• A valid State of Michigan Driver’s License with a safe and acceptable driving record.
• Active and valid Food Handler’s Certification required or obtained within the first 30 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Assists with admissions, discharges, and transfers of individuals.
• Conducts ongoing observation of individuals for the purpose of reporting any significant changes.
• Responds quickly to critical situations that may require Restrictive Interventions.
• Provides de-escalation and support strategies to prevent the use of physical restraints.
• Provides effective emergency response in the event of imminent danger in order to maintain safety and security.
• Provides a No-Force-First recovery environment.
• Assists with food preparation, serving and clean up.
• Assists individuals with shower and clean-up.
• Monitors internal cameras throughout the shift.
• Assists with environmental and safety checks on the crisis units.
• Attends all required unit leadership team meetings.
• Performs room safety checks, ensuring that individuals are safe from potentially dangerous objects and that the rooms are clean.
• Completes documentation as required.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Proof of being fully vaccinated for COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Medical or religious accommodations or other exemptions that may be required by law, will be approved when properly supported.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED