Behavioral Health Technician
About The Position
The Behavioral Health Technician works at the Fox Recovery Center opioid residential program, providing direct services to adult men in a substance use treatment residential setting. Under the general supervision of the Clinical Manager and Clinical Director, the technician observes clients and the treatment environment, supports implementation of treatment plans, and helps maintain a safe and effective milieu. The role includes basic nursing care and client training, observing medication self-administration, documenting care and observations, and assisting clients with appointments and transportation. The position requires working holidays, weekends, or evenings.
Requirements
- High school diploma.
- Previous work experience in a psychiatric or mental health setting.
- Provide a current three-year Motor Vehicle Report.
- Complete a pre-employment drug screening if required; the posting also states pre-employment drug screening is required.
- Successfully complete a criminal history background check, including an FBI Criminal History Record Check.
Responsibilities
- Observe clients day to day and assess the treatment environment to maintain a safe and effective milieu.
- Synthesize information from shift reports to support effective implementation of treatment plans.
- Facilitate urine drug screens and breathalyzer screens for clients.
- Model appropriate communication between staff and clients.
- Mediate client conflicts and seek assistance from supervisors when needed.
- Immediately communicate safety issues or changes in client health to a supervisor.
- Provide basic nursing care and training for clients admitted to the program.
- Observe clients’ self-administration of medication.
- Document observations and care in clients’ individual medical records and/or unit logs, including bed checks, as indicated.
- Conduct building walkthroughs to ensure client safety.
- Assist clients in keeping medical or psychiatric appointments.
- Transport clients to off-site programming and/or appointments as indicated or ordered.
- Verify documents pertaining to clients’ planned leave.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
