Behavioral Health Technician - PRN

Lifepoint Health • White Hall, AR

13h • Onsite

About The Position

Jefferson Regional Specialty Hospital is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician for its inpatient behavioral health unit, which provides dedicated care for adults age 18 and older, including specialized treatment for seniors age 65 and older. The unit offers 24-hour supervised psychiatric treatment and crisis support. The technician contributes to patient care by monitoring patients, communicating changes and concerns to nursing staff and the interdisciplinary team, supporting treatment plans, and helping patients build coping and life skills. This is a PRN role; weekend scheduling may vary.

Requirements

• At least six months of experience working in a psychiatric inpatient setting.
• BLS certification.
• Non-violent crisis prevention and intervention certification within 30 days of employment and before any patient contact.
• At least 21 years of age.
• Valid driver's license, favorable Motor Vehicle Report (MVR), and proof of insurance when using a personal or hospital-owned vehicle.
• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• May be required to work flexible hours and overtime.

Nice To Haves

• High school degree preferred.
• Previous experience in a psychiatric health care facility, including direct experience with chemical dependency, dual diagnosis, psychiatric, and geriatric patients, preferred.
• At least six months of experience in an acute or long-term facility preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain professional development, including BLS and CPI.
• Observe and monitor patients according to established standards, policies, and procedures, including completing vital signs, weight logs, intake and output records, dietary intake documentation, Q15-minute behavioral rounds, admission checklists, and other progress or milieu notes as applicable.
• Report patient complaints and other concerns promptly.
• Provide verbal and written updates to nursing staff, including end-of-shift reports, to help prioritize patient needs and care.
• Provide patient care and support with unit orientation, transportation, de-escalation, coping skills, conflict resolution, problem-solving, activities of daily living, admission and discharge procedures, responses to codes, CPI techniques, and Life Coaching skills.
• Observe and evaluate patient and family responses to interventions, and report changes in patient condition to the assigned nurse.
• Co-lead patient psychoeducational groups and provide care consistent with the Master Treatment Plan; help ensure scheduled active treatment occurs and encourage participation in groups and programming.
• Provide timely, accurate information about patient behaviors and progress to the interdisciplinary team.
• Serve in a supervisory or lead role when requested.
• Conduct individual Life Coaching, psychoeducation, and supportive counseling for assigned patients in accordance with Master Treatment Plan goals.
• Lead or co-lead group therapy sessions related to leisure skills, life skills, and psychoeducation.
• Lead or actively participate in managing acute behavioral episodes using approved de-escalation techniques, such as CPI.

Benefits

• Multiple levels of medical, dental, and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Life, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance; short- and long-term disability; paid family leave; and paid time off.
• Higher education and certification tuition assistance and loan assistance.
• 401(k) retirement package with company match.
• Wellness programs, including free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services, and discount programs.
• Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED