Behavioral Health Technician

UHS • New Kent, VA

11d

About The Position

We're actively looking for dependable & motivated role models skilled in leadership & communication who will provide compassionate care and support to help patients achieve long-term recovery and wellness. Full-Time: 40 hours per week; 8-hour and 12-hr shifts available. Our regular shifts are: 7:00 am - 7:00 pm 7:00 pm - 7:00 am 3:00 pm - 7:00 am 11:00 am - 11:00 pm Rotating Weekends for all shifts We try to accommodate shift preference; however, not all shifts are available at all times. Hired candidates must be able to commit to a 2-week new employee orientation, approx. 8:00am-4:30pm each day, Monday-Friday Job Description & Essential Duties: Provide direct supervision, care, daily living skills direction, examples, and demonstration for intellectually disabled adolescents in a residential setting Provide positive & appropriate intervention, limit-setting, response, problem-solving, & guidance when needed Provide effective, accurate, and legible documentation in a timely fashion Demonstrate knowledge, understanding, and follow-thru with patient/resident treatment plans and interventions Respond to children in a caring, mature manner while demonstrating sound professional boundaries with both residents and staff Serve as a role model for residents and other staff Assist in management of aggressive behavior

Requirements

• Must be at least 21 years of age
• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Hold a valid driver's license with a clean driving record preferred
• Lift and carry up to 50 pounds
• Effectively use the full range of body motion -- sit, bend, kneel or stand for more than an hour if needed
• Reflect behavior, attitude, & appearance appropriate to the position and be supportive of the facility and division philosophy, goals, and objectives
• Successfully complete and pass all components of Crisis Prevention Institute & Verbal De-escalation Crisis Intervention Training
• Effectively perform facility approved First Aid and CPR techniques
• A pre-hire drug screen, pre-hire background checks, and education verification are required of new employees.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's Degree in a Human Services field of study preferred
• Hold a valid driver's license with a clean driving record preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide direct supervision, care, daily living skills direction, examples, and demonstration for intellectually disabled adolescents in a residential setting
• Provide positive & appropriate intervention, limit-setting, response, problem-solving, & guidance when needed
• Provide effective, accurate, and legible documentation in a timely fashion
• Demonstrate knowledge, understanding, and follow-thru with patient/resident treatment plans and interventions
• Respond to children in a caring, mature manner while demonstrating sound professional boundaries with both residents and staff
• Serve as a role model for residents and other staff
• Assist in management of aggressive behavior

Benefits

• Free Registered Nurse schooling for interested and qualified Mental Health Technicians!!!
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• A Challenging and Rewarding Work Environment
• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program
• Free meals!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees