Behavioral Health Technician
About The Position
We're actively looking for dependable & motivated role models skilled in leadership & communication who will provide compassionate care and support to help patients achieve long-term recovery and wellness. Full-Time: 40 hours per week; 8-hour and 12-hr shifts available. Our regular shifts are: 7:00 am - 7:00 pm 7:00 pm - 7:00 am 3:00 pm - 7:00 am 11:00 am - 11:00 pm Rotating Weekends for all shifts We try to accommodate shift preference; however, not all shifts are available at all times. Hired candidates must be able to commit to a 2-week new employee orientation, approx. 8:00am-4:30pm each day, Monday-Friday Job Description & Essential Duties: Provide direct supervision, care, daily living skills direction, examples, and demonstration for intellectually disabled adolescents in a residential setting Provide positive & appropriate intervention, limit-setting, response, problem-solving, & guidance when needed Provide effective, accurate, and legible documentation in a timely fashion Demonstrate knowledge, understanding, and follow-thru with patient/resident treatment plans and interventions Respond to children in a caring, mature manner while demonstrating sound professional boundaries with both residents and staff Serve as a role model for residents and other staff Assist in management of aggressive behaviors
Requirements
- Must be at least 21 years of age
- High School Diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor's Degree in a Human Services field of study preferred
- Hold a valid driver's license with a clean driving record preferred
- Successful candidates must also be able to:
- Lift and carry up to 50 pounds
- Effectively use the full range of body motion -- sit, bend, kneel or stand for more than an hour if needed
- Reflect behavior, attitude, & appearance appropriate to the position and be supportive of the facility and division philosophy, goals, and objectives
- Successfully complete and pass all components of Crisis Prevention Institute & Verbal De-escalation Crisis Intervention Training
- Effectively perform facility approved First Aid and CPR techniques
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's Degree in a Human Services field of study preferred
- Hold a valid driver's license with a clean driving record preferred
Responsibilities
- Provide direct supervision, care, daily living skills direction, examples, and demonstration for intellectually disabled adolescents in a residential setting
- Provide positive & appropriate intervention, limit-setting, response, problem-solving, & guidance when needed
- Provide effective, accurate, and legible documentation in a timely fashion
- Demonstrate knowledge, understanding, and follow-thru with patient/resident treatment plans and interventions
- Respond to children in a caring, mature manner while demonstrating sound professional boundaries with both residents and staff
- Serve as a role model for residents and other staff
- Assist in management of aggressive behaviors
Benefits
- Free Registered Nurse schooling for interested and qualified Mental Health Technicians!!!
- Employee Referral Bonus Program
- A Challenging and Rewarding Work Environment
- Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
- Employee Assistance Program
- Free meals!
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
