PRN: Behavioral Health Technician - Medical Services

David Lawrence Center•Naples, FL

17d•$17

About The Position

Behavioral Health Technicians in the Medical Services department play a crucial role in welcoming clients and completing intake procedures. They support the client's visit with the psychiatrist and PMHNP team, contributing to psychiatric evaluations and medication management services. As integral members of the treatment team, they ensure a smooth and seamless experience for clients during their visits with providers. They extend their support to nurses and practitioners and serve as an initial, front facing support to clients prior to their appointment with the practitioner.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED = Required
Clear/Active FL Driver's License = Required
Strong interpersonal and communication skills with HIPAA adherence = Required
Ability to maintain effective composure in a fast-paced outpatient clinical setting = Required
Basic knowledge of mental health diagnoses and basic treatment approaches = Required
Commitment to trauma-informed, patient-centered care = Required
Ability to work with diverse populations including children, adolescents, and adults = Required
Staying compliant on all trainings and immunizations = Required
Ability to pass Level II DCF Mental Health Fingerprinting, Drug Screen and Local Criminal Check = Required

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in Behavioral Health, especially Substance Use Disorders = Strongly Preferred
Certified Behavioral Health Technician (CBHT/RBT) = Preferred But Not Required
Microsoft Office 365 skills (Including Teams/Video Conferencing) and Electronic Medical Records experience = Strongly Preferred

Responsibilities

Client check-in and initial intake procedures.
Providing therapeutic communication and client engagement.
Taking vital signs, height/weight, calculating BMI, noting/confirming allergies, etc.
Completing observed and unobserved drug screening procedures.
Reviewing Client medication history and electronically updating list of medications.
Obtaining ROIs, Client Systems Reviews and Self-Reported Medical Histories.
Completing Pain Screening Scale, Credible Medical Profile and State Reporting forms.
Providing Client with the PHQ-9 and other approved evidence-based self-screening tools.
Scribing Treatment Plan templates for Practitioner review.
Reporting changes/concerns in Client mood or behavior to Nurse and/or Practitioner.
General and routine Client education as directed by Nurse and/or Practitioner.
Other duties as assigned by the Nursing Supervisor of Outpatient/Medical Services.