Behavioral Health Technician — Per Diem

Aurora Behavioral Health System•Glendale, AZ

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Behavioral Health Technician - Per Diem Join Aurora Behavioral Health System and become a part of the state's largest free-standing behavioral health system. Our Level 1, acute care psychiatric facility located in Glendale is licensed to treat adults and adolescents for a wide range of psychiatric conditions and chemical dependency. Our team is dedicated to the wellness of individuals, their families, and the community through prevention, intervention, and treatment. The experienced Behavioral Health Tech (BHT) is responsible and accountable for assisting the RN in inpatient care. Under the RN's supervision, the BHT will assist with patients' activities of daily living. The BHT is also an active participant in daily shift rounds and in the treatment plan process and will assist in creating and maintaining a therapeutic milieu. The BHT will gather information and provide crisis intervention to assist the RN in implementing the patient's treatment and care plan. The BHT will conduct activities/groups as assigned by the Charge Nurse/Therapist to support treatment goals and objectives. The BHT will ensure a safe environment. All BHT duties will be performed in accordance with the hospital's established policies, procedures, rules, and regulations, as well as those of state and regulatory agencies. We offer competitive compensation and benefits. ABHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requirements

Must be able to work a minimum of 4 days each month (more shifts can be acquired)
Certified in TO, CPR, and First Aid Training or completed within the first 30 days of hire
Must be 21 years of age or older
High School Diploma or verifiable equivalent
Must be able to pass a drug screen and physical
Must be eligible for a fingerprint clearance card
Work with grace under pressure with our patients
Be part of a healthcare team and share responsibilities and duties
Resolve interpersonal conflict in a straightforward, honest, and timely manner
Set priorities, be organized, and be a self-starter
Be friendly, empathetic, and an adept communicator
Treat colleagues, clients, and their families with respect

Responsibilities

Assist the RN in inpatient care
Assist with patients' activities of daily living
Active participant in daily shift rounds and in the treatment plan process
Assist in creating and maintaining a therapeutic milieu
Gather information and provide crisis intervention to assist the RN in implementing the patient's treatment and care plan
Conduct activities/groups as assigned by the Charge Nurse/Therapist to support treatment goals and objectives
Ensure a safe environment