Behavioral Health Technician - BHT's (Per Diem)

Renewal Health Group•Tucson, AZ

About The Position

Montare Behavioral Health is seeking PRN Behavioral Health Technicians for daytime and overnight shifts! Join a team of dedicated, caring professionals and be involved in the delivery of adult Behavioral Health Inpatient Treatment located in the north foothills of Tucson, AZ. POSITION SUMMARY The Behavioral Health Technician/BHT, provides patient care in a safe and secure environment, aids with daily living activities, and assists patients with treatment goals and behavior management. Availability: 7am-7:30pm Per Diem 7pm-7:30am Per Diem

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Must be 21 years of age or older.
Displays proficient oral and written communication skills
Ability to work in a team environment
Experience with Electronic Health Records, MS Office and email software.
Must have a Level I AZ DPS Fingerprint Clearance Card, and able to pass required clearances and background checks.
Must have a current negative TB test
Current Arizona Driver License, and current, clean, 39 month Motor Vehicle Record (MVR)

Nice To Haves

Peer-Support Specialist experience, preferred
One-year BHT experience in a behavioral health field or healthcare setting, preferred

Responsibilities

Responsible for direct care, guidance, supportive, and protective oversight of patients.
Provides a welcoming orientation of unit environment and room assignment to patients.
Promotes a recovery-based approach to care that emphasizes hope, respect, self-direction and empowerment.
Participates or conducts living skills or recreational activities, groups as assigned, assist patients with daily task, such as cleaning personal room, common areas or other areas used during recreational or social groups.
Documents patient interactions as required on the electronic health record, which includes daily case notes, on patients' progress or regression.
Conducts regular property and room searches to prevent unauthorized materials in rooms or any of those entering the property.
Performs required bed checks, noting and overseeing sleep patterns.
Reporting any unusual occurrences or observations regarding patient's behavioral and physical health immediately to medical staff, Milieu Manager and Clinical Director.
Participates in crisis intervention as needed to ensure the patient's safety and the safety of others.
Assist with maintaining and ensuring the cleanliness of the assigned unit and all other common areas in the facility.
Maintains and completes all training requirements, and certifications as required to remain in compliance.
Attends and participates in regularly scheduled meetings.
Other responsibilities as may be assigned.