3rd Shift Behavioral Health Technician Full-time

Evoraa Healthcare•Kingston, GA

About The Position

The Behavioral Health Technician assists in providing a safe environment for individuals and supports clients throughout the program. The technician answers questions, helps clients adjust to the program routine, reports changes in clients’ physical or mental condition, and supervises clients with an emphasis on safety and well-being. The role includes monitoring clients, maintaining documentation and shift handoffs, providing emotional support, communicating with staff, and helping maintain clean, properly supplied work areas. The technician may transport clients as needed and is expected to protect client privacy, maintain professional boundaries, and seek assistance when needed to manage client behavior.

Requirements

High school graduate or GED preferred.
Experience working in substance abuse and/or mental health preferred.
Valid state driver’s license with no major violations in the past five years.
Detail-oriented, with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Able to work under pressure, meet deadlines, and remain flexible and dependable.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Ability to multitask and manage time effectively.
Ability to work independently and make sound decisions.
Empathetic and non-judgmental approach when working with clients from diverse backgrounds.
Familiarity with electronic medical records (EMR) systems.

Responsibilities

Record an inventory log of clients’ personal belongings and valuables, and keep tickets and valuables in the safe.
Complete required lab requisitions according to protocol.
Monitor clients at all times, including conducting specified rounds and logging clients’ whereabouts.
De-escalate AMA situations and other client problems.
Participate in scheduled staff meetings and required staff training.
Dispose of garbage properly throughout shifts as needed.
Monitor the group room and ensure it is clean after each activity.
Provide necessary information to the next shift technician, maintain the logbook for continuity of care, and participate in shift turnover.
Supervise clients completing the program, emphasizing safety and well-being.
Remind clients of program rules and regulations and promptly report infractions.
Provide emotional support to clients and refer clinical issues to therapy staff.
Complete assigned paperwork neatly, accurately, and on time.
Communicate with other staff to promote quality client care.
Help maintain clean, properly supplied, and efficient work areas.
Observe and report safety and maintenance problems.
Interact respectfully with clients while maintaining appropriate boundaries and a professional demeanor.
Use sound professional judgment and seek assistance as needed to manage client behavior, including suicidal concerns and trauma-related issues.
Protect the privacy of client information in accordance with facility policies and procedures.
Transport clients as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.