Behavioral Health Technician - PRN

Lifepoint Health • Russellville, AR

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Saint Mary’s Regional Medical Center, part of Lifepoint Health, is hiring a PRN Behavioral Health Technician to support patient care in a patient-centered behavioral health unit. The unit emphasizes teamwork, compassion, clear communication, and safe, high-quality care. The position has various shifts and is based at Saint Mary's Regional Health System in Russellville, Arkansas.

The Behavioral Health Technician assists patients with activities of daily living and provides or assists with direct patient care, diagnostic procedures, and therapeutic interventions. The technician observes and records patient behavior and activities, reports changes in patients’ physical, mental, or emotional condition to nursing staff, and suggests treatment-plan modifications. The role also provides crisis intervention for incoming calls and on the unit to maintain safety. Employees must review and comply with the LifePoint Code of Conduct and applicable company and division policies and procedures.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Six months of experience in a mental health or psychiatric position.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 45 days of hire.
• Handle with Care (HWC) certification required within 45 days of hire.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with activities of daily living.
• Provide or assist with direct patient care, diagnostic procedures, and therapeutic interventions.
• Observe and record patient behavior and activities.
• Report changes in patients’ physical, mental, or emotional condition to nursing staff and suggest modifications to the treatment plan.
• Provide crisis intervention for incoming calls and on the unit to maintain safety.
• Review and comply with the LifePoint Code of Conduct and relevant company and division policies and procedures.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage options for full-time and part-time employees.
• Life, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Paid family leave and paid time off.
• Higher education and certification tuition assistance.
• Loan assistance.
• 401(k) retirement plan 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.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED