Behavioral Health Technician
About The Position
The Behavioral Health Technician contributes to the care and safety of psychiatric patients under the direction and control of psychiatric staff and patient orders. The role uses a team-based approach to patient care in a supportive behavioral health environment. The technician assists with therapeutic and recreational groups, such as leisure and socialization, exercise, stress management, relaxation skills, daily living skills, and art therapy. The role may also include helping residents with activities of daily living and personal care, recording vital signs, providing psychosocial support, assisting with transfers and mobility, and supporting meals and dining. Blood or other fluid samples may be collected after appropriate laboratory training. The position works varied 12-hour day or night shifts, including every third weekend in a block schedule. Additional shifts may be available based on scheduling needs. Night, weekend, and call pay differentials and premiums apply.
Requirements
- Good human relations and communication skills.
- Ability to follow procedures and instructions from licensed clinical staff.
- Ability to acquire basic knowledge of patient care principles, medical terminology, and equipment within the assigned service area.
- For work in North Dakota, if not a Certified Nursing Assistant, registration as a Nurse Assistant through the North Dakota Department of Health is required within four months of initial employment.
- Certification is required if designated by law, such as for Home Care.
- A valid Class D driver's license and good driving record may be required if applicable to the position.
Nice To Haves
- Certification is preferred for positions in Minnesota or North Dakota.
Responsibilities
- Contribute to the care and safety of psychiatric patients under the direction and control of psychiatric staff and patient orders.
- Assist in leading groups involving leisure or socialization, exercise, stress management, relaxation skills, daily living skill building, and art therapy.
- Assist residents with basic health care needs and activities of daily living, including bathing, toileting, grooming, dressing and undressing.
- Obtain and record vital signs and provide psychosocial support and other personal care to assigned residents.
- Assist patients with transferring, repositioning, and walking using appropriate techniques and equipment.
- Complete tasks related to food preparation and dining, help residents with meals and snacks, and provide water and supplements as appropriate.
- Collect blood and other fluid samples after completing appropriate laboratory training.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
