Behavioral Health Technician--Float Pool

Essentia Health • Duluth, MN

3d • Onsite

About The Position

This position supports patient care by assisting with assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of technical tasks under the supervision of nursing leadership. The role ensures compliance with regulatory standards and alignment with departmental goals and the organization’s mission. It provides direct and indirect care to patients from pre-adolescents through geriatric patients and offers age-appropriate activities, individually or in groups, in accordance with their care plans.

The position is in the Float Pool at Miller Dwan Medical Center. It is a 0.8 FTE role with rotating day and evening shifts, typically starting at 0700 or 1500 and ending at 1530 or 2330. Rotating weekends and holidays are required; there is no call obligation.

Requirements

• One year of experience working with people with mental health symptoms or related applicable experience, or a degree in a social-services-related field, or residential/group-home experience.
• For positions in the Child/Adolescent Unit, residential/group-home experience or child/adolescent experience in a mental health setting is required.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification within one month of hire.

Nice To Haves

• Completed psychology courses.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care under the direct supervision of nursing leadership.
• Support direct and indirect care for patients ranging from adolescents to geriatric patients.
• Ensure patient care practices meet Joint Commission standards and other regulatory guidelines.
• Collaborate with the care team to help meet departmental goals and the organization’s mission.
• Facilitate age-appropriate individual and group activities aligned with each patient’s care plan.
• Promote a supportive and safe environment that addresses each patient’s physical, emotional, and social needs.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Life and disability insurance, with supplemental options.
• 401(k) plan with employer contributions.
• Professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs.
• Flexible scheduling.
• Paid time off and personal leave.
• Wellness resources and programs, including fitness memberships, counseling services, and wellness activities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed