Behavioral Health Technician
About The Position
The Behavioral Health Technician contributes to patients’ health and well-being by assisting the care team with constant safety observations, redirection and de-escalation, and care for patients identified as being at risk to themselves or others. This is a part-time night-shift position scheduled 7 p.m.–7 a.m. on Mondays and Tuesdays. Most new hires start at $15.30–$19.10 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications. The position is designated safety sensitive and cannot be filled by a candidate who currently uses medical marijuana. Arkansas Children’s is a tobacco-free workplace, and flu vaccines are required.
Requirements
- Two years of relevant work experience; a high school diploma or GED may substitute for two years of work experience.
- No education requirement.
- Current users of medical marijuana are not eligible for this safety-sensitive position.
- Flu vaccination is required.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
- Certified Behavioral Health Technician (CBHT) certification from the Academy for Addiction Professionals.
- Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) certification from Prometric.
- Certified Mental Health Technician (CMHT) certification from the National Career Certification Board.
- Mental Health Technician certification from the National Career Certification Board.
- Registered Behavior Technician certification from the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB).
Responsibilities
- Document patients’ mood, mental sharpness, sleeping patterns, eating habits, and overall function to support patient and employee safety.
- Maintain direct observation of patients and document their vital statistics.
- Recognize and report early signs of escalation to the patient care team.
- Communicate effectively with the treatment team to support safe, quality care.
- Respond appropriately and safely to dangerous behavior.
- Apply evidence-based de-escalation techniques and strategies.
- Complete patient care as delegated by licensed nursing staff, which may include vital signs, intake and output, heights, weights, head circumference, activities of daily living, and other patient-care assignments.
- Help maintain a clean, safe, and orderly patient and department environment.
- Assist with patient admissions, transfers, and discharges as directed by licensed staff.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
