Behavioral Health Technician (Night)
About The Position
Lakeview Health is seeking a Night Behavioral Health Technician to support the overall functioning of its addiction treatment facility. The role interacts with patients in accordance with established treatment policies and procedures and may facilitate patient orientation. The technician monitors patients and activities, supports treatment schedules and recovery programming, assists patients and clinical staff, and completes required documentation. The position also involves driving patients to appointments and outings, and purchasing sundries and miscellaneous items as directed. The job requires the ability to communicate effectively, maintain records, and function emotionally and physically in stressful situations. Candidates must be able to meet the stated walking, sitting, standing, seeing, and hearing demands. A valid driver’s license and good driving record are required, as is the ability to administer CPR and hold certification. Candidates who are recovering must have two years of continuous verifiable abstinence.
Requirements
- Ability to communicate effectively and demonstrate a basic understanding of chemical dependency recovery principles.
- Ability to maintain records and strong communication skills.
- Valid driver’s license and good driving record.
- Ability to walk approximately one mile per eight-hour shift within the facility and on its grounds.
- Ability to sit continuously for approximately three hours per eight-hour shift.
- Ability to administer CPR and hold CPR certification.
- Ability to see and hear constantly.
- Emotional and physical capability to function under stressful situations.
- Ability to stand continuously in increments of 45 minutes to one hour.
- If recovering, two years of continuous verifiable abstinence.
Nice To Haves
- Undergraduate degree in Behavioral Science, CRC, or CRSS preferred.
- One year of experience in alcohol/drug treatment with direct patient contact preferred.
Responsibilities
- Assist with luggage and body searches.
- Monitor and sometimes facilitate Book Studies and Recovery meetings.
- Know patients’ locations, circulate through the facility regularly, and document hourly checks.
- Ensure patients follow the Bradford Program Schedule and arrive on time for each assignment.
- Supervise and sometimes facilitate patient activities as directed.
- Ensure patients are in their rooms at the designated evening time.
- Oversee the medication line to prevent diversion and de-escalate situations as they arise.
- Assist patients who are unable to walk physically to and from activities, medication times, and meals.
- Assist counselors as assigned and complete appropriate documentation.
- Adhere to all applicable policies and procedures.
- Help patients overcome denial and resistance to treatment and work toward treatment goals.
- Manage patient communities, redirect behavior, and document shift reports.
- Attend staff training and programs as directed.
- Assist nurses as directed by a supervisor.
- Drive patients to and from appointments and outings as directed.
- Drive to purchase patient sundries and miscellaneous items, including nicotine products, as directed.
Benefits
- Medical coverage, including three BCBSAL medical plans.
- Expanded coverage options for domestic partners and a wider network of in-network providers.
- Mental health support, including an Employee Assistance Program with digital wellness tools and wellness coaching.
- Voluntary coverages including pet insurance, home and auto insurance, and family legal services.
- Student loan repayment for nurses and therapists.
- 401(k) plan through Voya.
- Generous paid time off.
- Part-time employee voluntary benefits for employees working 20 hours or more per week, including dental, vision, life, accident insurance, and telehealth options.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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