Behavioral Health Technician - Full Time

ThedaCare • Neenah, WI

13d

About The Position

POSITION SUMMARY: Provides direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse. Supports unit orientation and sets behavioral expectations during the patient stay on the unit. Assists in implementing delegated treatment plan interventions. Observes, encourages and records the patient involvement in activities of daily living, individualized gains towards prescribed interventions and psychosocial interactions. The Behavioral Health Technician is highly vigilant in supervising and minimizing risks of all patients. Continuously serving as a professional role model and understands the programs, values and structure in support of the recovery goals. Due to the high visibility and significant patient interaction, this position is frequently the first responder to a variety of patient situations i.e. codes, behavioral outburst, attempts to introduce contraband and medical issues. The Behavioral Health Technician establishes rapport and trust with patients and adjusts therapeutic approach to acuity, age, gender and cultural considerations. UNIT DETAILS (Behavioral Health- Neenah Hospital): This 19 bed unit serves a great purpose in the community treating various health needs. Our compassionate team is comprised of Psychiatric hospitalists, RN's, CNA's, Occupational Therapists, mental health therapists, utilization specialists, and administrative professionals. This environment allows for collaboration and learning on a daily basis. Our team is dedicated to the highest quality of care and fosters great learning opportunities.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• Must be 18 years of age.
• American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Ability to move freely (standing, stooping, walking, bending, pushing and pulling) and lift up to a maximum of fifty (50) pounds without assistance
• Job classification is exposed to blood borne pathogens (blood or bodily fluids) while performing job duties
• Position requires compliance with department specific competencies.

Nice To Haves

• Preference is given to those with a degree or considerable coursework in the behavioral sciences or closely related field, and/or professional work experience in a behavioral healthcare hospital or residential treatment center.

Responsibilities

• Assist RN in maintaining and managing a safe and therapeutic environment for the patients.
• Maintains line of sight supervision of assigned patients at all times.
• Constantly walks the unit observing each patient in the common areas as well as his/her room.
• Provides care to patients in a manner that ensures patients' safety, protection of patient's rights, maximal patient comfort, and the optimal therapeutic environment.
• Observes patient behavior and notifies unit nurse, therapist and other appropriate staff of pertinent information for action and documentation in the progress notes.
• Serves as a role model for patients by consistently displaying positive and appropriate attitude, behavior, language, attire and appearance, etc.
• Defuses and reports crisis situations, intervening when appropriate and uses proper procedures.
• Assists with physical interventions with patients in response to required codes while under the direct supervision of the Registered Nurse or Nurse Manager.
• Documents patients' behaviors and activities according to established policies and guidelines.
• Orients patient and family/significant others to the unit and hospital.
• Maintains a safe and therapeutic environment by assisting with groups, setting limits on patients; following established safety and risk management policies and procedures.

Benefits

• Benefits , with a whole-person approach to wellness – Lifestyle Engagement e.g. health coaches, relaxation rooms, health focused apps (Wonder, Ripple), mental health support Access & Affordability e.g. minimal or zero copays, team member cost sharing premiums, daycare

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees