Behavioral Health Technician

Lifepoint Health • White Hall, AR

19d • Onsite

About The Position

Jefferson Regional Specialty Hospital is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician for its behavioral health unit, which provides dedicated inpatient care for adults age 18 and older, including specialized treatment for seniors age 65 and older. The unit offers 24-hour supervised psychiatric treatment and crisis support for mental health issues. The technician monitors patients, communicates observations and concerns to nursing staff and the interdisciplinary team, supports treatment-plan activities, and helps patients build coping and life skills. The position is full-time, day shift, in White Hall, Arkansas.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 1 year of experience working in a psychiatric inpatient setting.

Nice To Haves

• CNA certification preferred.
• BLS certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain professional development, including BLS and CPI.
• Observe and monitor patients according to applicable standards, policies, and procedures; document items such as vital signs, weight, intake and output, dietary intake, 15-minute behavioral rounds, admission checklists, and progress or milieu notes.
• Report patient complaints and other concerns promptly.
• Provide verbal and written updates to nursing staff, including end-of-shift reports, so patient needs and care can be prioritized.
• Provide patient care including unit orientation, transportation, de-escalation, teaching coping skills, conflict resolution and problem-solving, assistance with activities of daily living, admission and discharge procedures, response to codes, CPI techniques, and Life Coaching skills.
• Observe and evaluate patient and family responses to interventions, and report changes in condition to the assigned nurse.
• Co-lead patient psychoeducational groups and provide care consistent with the Master Treatment Plan; support scheduled active treatment and encourage participation in groups and programming.
• Provide timely, accurate information about patient behaviors and progress to the interdisciplinary team.
• Serve in a supervisory or lead role when requested.
• Conduct individual Life Coaching, psychoeducation, and supportive counseling for assigned patients in accordance with Master Treatment Plan goals.
• Lead or co-lead group therapy sessions related to leisure skills, life skills, and psychoeducation.
• Lead or actively participate in managing acute behavioral episodes using approved de-escalation techniques such as CPI.

Benefits

• Multiple levels of medical, dental, and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Life, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Paid family leave and paid time off.
• Higher education and certification tuition assistance.
• Loan assistance.
• 401(k) retirement package with company match.
• 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

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