Behavioral Health Technician

Ascension • Elk Grove Township, IL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system that empowers its 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise to reimagining healthcare. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, Ascension offers an inclusive and supportive environment where contributions matter. This role involves providing direct behavioral health patient care, assisting patients with daily living activities, and providing or assisting with direct patient care, diagnostic procedures, and therapeutic interventions. The technician will observe and record patient behavior and activities, report changes in condition, suggest modifications to treatment plans, and establish therapeutic relationships with assigned patients.

Requirements

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Nice To Haves

• Certification specializing in Crisis Prevention credentialed from the Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) preferred
• Nurse Aide credentialed from the Illinois Department of Public Health preferred
• Behavioral Health experience highly preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide direct behavioral health patient care
• Assist patients with performing activities of daily living
• Provide or assist with providing direct patient care, diagnostic procedures and therapeutic interventions
• Observe and record patient behavior and activities
• Report any changes in condition and suggest modifications to the treatment plan
• Establish a therapeutic relationship with assigned patients

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree