Behavioral Health Technician - Very Part Time

ThedaCare • Neenah, WI

6h • Onsite

About The Position

The Behavioral Health Technician provides direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse. The role supports unit orientation, sets behavioral expectations, and helps implement delegated treatment plan interventions. The technician observes, encourages, and records patients’ activities of daily living, progress toward prescribed interventions, and psychosocial interactions. They maintain close supervision to reduce patient risk and serve as a professional role model in support of recovery goals. The position involves frequent patient interaction and responding to situations such as codes, behavioral outbursts, contraband attempts, and medical issues. The technician builds rapport and adapts their therapeutic approach to patients’ acuity, age, gender, and cultural considerations.

This position is on a 19-bed behavioral health unit at ThedaCare Regional Medical Center in Neenah, Wisconsin. The unit’s team includes psychiatric hospitalists, registered nurses, nursing assistants, occupational therapists, mental health therapists, utilization specialists, and administrative professionals.

The schedule is a variable 12-hour shift, either 5:30 p.m.–5:30 a.m. or 5:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m. Every other weekend and a holiday rotation are required. The position is scheduled for 12 hours weekly (0.3 FTE) and is non-exempt.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS).
• Ability to stand, stoop, walk, bend, push, and pull, and to lift up to 50 pounds without assistance.
• Ability to comply with department-specific competencies.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED.
• A degree or considerable coursework in behavioral sciences or a closely related field.
• Professional work experience in a behavioral healthcare hospital or residential treatment center.

Responsibilities

• Assist the registered nurse in maintaining and managing a safe, therapeutic environment.
• Maintain line-of-sight supervision of assigned patients at all times and regularly observe patients in common areas and rooms.
• Provide care that protects patient safety and rights, supports comfort, and promotes an optimal therapeutic environment.
• Observe patient behavior and report relevant information to the unit nurse, therapist, and other appropriate staff for action and documentation.
• Model positive and appropriate attitudes, behavior, language, attire, and appearance.
• Defuse and report crisis situations, intervene when appropriate, and follow proper procedures.
• Assist with physical interventions in response to required codes under the direct supervision of a registered nurse or nurse manager.
• Document patient behaviors and activities according to established policies and guidelines.
• Orient patients and their families or significant others to the unit and hospital.
• Support a safe, therapeutic environment by assisting with groups, setting limits, and following established safety and risk-management procedures.

Benefits

• Continued opportunities for learning and development.
• Supportive and accessible leadership.
• Commitment to work/life balance.
• Health coaches, relaxation rooms, health-focused apps, and mental health support.
• Minimal or zero copays and team member cost-sharing premiums.
• Daycare.

What This Job Offers

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