Behavioral Health Technician - 1st, 2nd, 3rd Shift - Part Time

ALPAS WELLNESS LA PLATA LLC•La Plata, MD

44d•$19•Onsite

About The Position

As a Behavioral Health Technician at Alpas Wellness La Plata, you will play a vital role in the day-to-day care and support of our patients. Your primary responsibilities will include engaging directly with patients to assist with their needs, observing and monitoring behaviors, and accurately documenting your findings. You will work closely with our clinical team to ensure a safe, supportive, and therapeutic environment for all patients.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED preferred
Valid Driver's license and CPR certification preferred
If in recovery, a minimum one - year period of sustained sobriety required
Strong interpersonal and multitasking skills
Warm, compassionate and empathetic personality
Dignified character that models recovery principles

Responsibilities

Oversee patient activities, conduct room observations throughout the shift, and complete necessary documentation, including KIPU observation rounds and end of shift reports.
Accurately record patient behaviors and observations.
Engage in direct patient care by ensuring patient safety, interacting therapeutically, and assisting in de-escalation when necessary.
Support patients in adhering to their daily schedules, including participation in therapeutic activities and routines.
Handle all aspects of patient belongings processing during new admissions, including searches, debugging, and delivery.
Assist patients with packing belongings in preparation for discharge.
Supervise the Business Center to ensure patient compliance with facility rules and schedules.
Collaborate with the Clinical team to conduct New Patient Orientation, ensuring a welcoming environment.
Assist with the visitation program, including greeting, sign-in, orientation, searches, and belongings processing.
Aid and instruct clients in facilitating and presenting the Alpas Clinical Curriculum, documenting corresponding notes in the medical records system.
After clearing a DMV record, transport patients to and from their residence, appointments, and facility using an Alpas vehicle.
Utilize all required technology, company systems, and tools effectively to perform job duties.
Exhibit excellent customer relation skills through supportive and constructive communication with co-workers and others.
Follow adherence to all necessary regulatory and company compliance requirements (HIPAA).
May be subject to the handling of and exposure to hazardous chemicals.
May be subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc, including TB, HIV, AIDS, and Hepatitis B viruses.
Maintain patient confidentiality, staff confidentiality; treat staff and patients with kindness, dignity and respect.
Comply with Patient’s Rights rules
Attend required meetings, including on-site staff meetings and multidisciplinary team meetings
Other duties as assigned