BHT - FT

HIGHLAND-CLARKSBURG HOSPITAL INC•Clarksburg, WV

76d•Onsite

About The Position

In the inpatient behavioral health setting, the behavioral health technician interacts with patients in a variety of wellness dimensions, including social, recreational, diversional and/or vocational health. Behavioral Health Technicians provide assistance to the patients regarding their personalized care plans, in capacities relating to nursing care, therapy, and group activities. Behavioral Health Technicians play an integral role as part of the healthcare team. The Behavioral Health Technician works under the direct supervision of the Program Manager of the unit and is responsible for monitoring and reporting of patient behaviors, following daily scheduled patient activities, basic behavior management and intervention, assisting in daily care, crisis situations, and medical emergencies as needed as an integral part of the multidisciplinary team. Reports to the Nurse Manager.

Requirements

BHT I: Less than 2 years of total experience
High school diploma or equivalent plus 0 years -up to 2 years of experience working with children/adolescents or adults in a healthcare setting, providing direct care.
BHT II: 2 years to 4 years of total experience
High school diploma or equivalent.
2 years up to 4 years total experience working with children/adolescents or adults in a healthcare setting, providing direct care.
College credits in psychology, sociology or similarly equivalent mental health courses may be substituted for years of experience.
BHT III: 4 years plus of total experience
High school diploma or equivalent.
4 Years or more total experience working with children/adolescents or adults in a healthcare setting, providing direct care.
College credits in psychology, sociology or similarly equivalent mental health courses may be substituted for years of experience.
Ability to read and interpret instructions, documents and follow procedures.
Ability to write routine reports and speak effectively with patients and their families, employees and public.
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables as needed.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Ability to work flexible hours
Ability to work with children, adolescents or adults experiencing mental health disturbances or dual diagnoses.

Nice To Haves

Valid West Virginia drivers license preferred.

Responsibilities

Maintains a constant awareness and supervision of patients including during attending gym/yard activities, crafts/art/group/recreation therapies and outing trips as assigned.
Remains alert and aware of potential safety issues at all times.
Alleviates any safety issue discovered by self, if appropriate, or by notifying appropriate persons for assistance as necessary.
Follows Highland-Clarksburg Hospital policies and procedures including personnel, nursing, and administrative policies.
Maintains patient confidentiality at all times.
Serves as a positive role model for patients and peers providing examples of appropriate behaviors, effective communication, and conflict resolution.
Encourages open, honest communication to facilitate problem solving on the unit.
Reports to the Nurse Manager or designated administrator any unprofessional conduct or behavior involving patient care or conduct in violation of unit or Hospital policies.
Charts daily in patient records.
Individual is self-motivating and assists with unit cleaning, organization of new admits charts, filing, etc.
Initiates patient/employee incident reports.
Provides a verbal report/briefing to the oncoming shift.
Individual will have a basic knowledge of stages of development throughout the life span.
Understanding of common psychiatric disorders and various treatment modalities of children, adolescents, adults, geriatrics and/or dually diagnosed patients according to area worked.
Leads educational and/or skills-based groups with patients.
Assists with activities of daily living.
Obtains and records vital signs and documents all care as required by company policy and in compliance with state and federal regulations.
Contributes to the patient assessment and care plan.
Participates in quality assurance activities and staff development/training programs as assigned.
Attend in services and staff meetings on a regular basis.
Seeks opportunities for self-growth from internal and/or external sources and initiates the process requesting attendance through the nurse manager.
Actively participates in unit therapeutic activities according to program schedules.
Assists with training of peers as assigned.
Follows infection control policies and assists with infection control rounds as assigned.
Other duties as assigned.