Mental Health Behavioral Health Technician (Part Time-Nights)

Discovery Behavioral Health•Irving, TX

46d•$18 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

Discovery Mood and Anxiety Program is a national leader in behavioral healthcare and one of the fastest growing companies in the field. DBH offers world-class treatment for those struggling with mental health and places a high priority on seeking employees who share our passion for improving the lives we serve. Since 1997, Discovery Mood and Anxiety Programs, DBH’s Mental Health Disorder Division, has helped thousands of patients discover their path to the full and rewarding lives they deserve with evidence-based and inclusive treatment options.

Requirements

Valid and unrestricted State Driver’s License

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree
High School Diploma (or equivalent)
One or more years experience working within the mental health, substance use or eating disorder field

Responsibilities

Assisting and supporting patients through the entire treatment experience from admission through discharge.
Contributing insightful, practical, and meaningful information to the treatment planning process.
Ensuring patient safety, providing patient interventions, leading psychoeducational groups, and supporting patients.
Adhering to all DBH policies and procedures.
Conducting self in a manner that represents DBH values.
Maintaining a positive and respectful attitude.
Providing exemplary customer service to all patients.
Exhibiting understanding and respect for cultural and lifestyle diversity.
Understanding and maintaining professional boundaries and professional ethics.
Following directions as given by all facility leadership.
Maintaining confidentiality of patient information and records; and of facility/company proprietary, privileged, and/or confidential information.
Facilitating patient daily needs per the program schedule, including but not limited to: waking/bedtime routines and hygiene, meals/snacks, bathroom safety observations, free time.
Assisting Nursing staff with duties as directed, for example: patient supervision, vitals, room searches, patient searches, etc.
Recognizing, responding to, and assisting in crisis situations and providing interventions as appropriate.
Consistently reporting to work on time and prepared to perform the duties of the position.
Assisting in the implementation of individual patient treatment plans per clinical team.
Supporting patient during admission and discharge processes. This may include checking in patient belongings, acclimating patient to the program, preparing patient for returning home.
Monitoring patient activity and documenting any significant patient issues. Completing all shift notes, group notes, and other required documentation by the end of shift.
Maintaining and organized and safe environment and performing basic housekeeping duties.
Conducting regular facility and grounds checks, advising facility leadership of any irregularities or safety concerns.
Facilitating and leading daily groups as directed by facility leadership if applicable.
Attending all staff meetings and in-service trainings.
Completing all online training, policy verification, and ensuring that their employee HR file is kept up to date.
Providing transportation services including patient transportation/supervision, errands, shopping, admits, outings, etc. (must be pre-qualified to drive a company vehicle).
Performing other duties as assigned.
Providing supervision and support to patients during mealtimes requires staff to eat meals and snacks with patients.
Refraining from comments and actions that directly contradict the CFD Clinical Model and Dietary CARE model.
Familiarizing and adopting the Philosophy, Mission, Goals, and Objectives of the Center for Discovery treatment programs.
Having basic knowledge of the clinical orientation and interventions used at Center for Discovery.
Passing medicine will be required in states where permissible. Training and/or required certification will be provided.