Behavioral Healthcare Technician (Floater, NOC Shift)

Sierra Meadows & Ascend Behavioral Health • Fresno, CA

130d

About The Position

The Behavioral Healthcare Technician (BHT) I provides direct care and supportive services to patients in a behavioral health setting, ensuring a safe, clean, and therapeutic environment. Working under the supervision of clinical leadership, the BHT I assists with activities of daily living, monitors patient well-being, supports treatment planning, administers medications, and contributes to interdisciplinary care. The BHT plays a vital role in maintaining a culture of care and fostering positive behavioral and emotional outcomes for patients receiving treatment. Must be open to work NOC shift (10:00 PM - 6:30 AM). The BHT I may also float between residential treatment center houses as needed to provide support, meal coverage, program coverage, and staff break coverage.

Requirements

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent
• Demonstrated ability to multi-task, manage client care, and maintain facility standards
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Familiarity with equity and/or diversity initiatives within an organization
• Written and oral communication skills sufficient to perform essential functions
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships
• Demonstrated ability to make decisions independently and use initiative
• Demonstrated ability to exercise judgment and integrity on the job
• Demonstrated ability to organize time and other resources to perform multiple tasks
• Demonstrated ability to complete work accurately and in a timely manner
• Demonstrated ability to work well with others and to provide effective team leadership
• Proficiency in word processing and database and/or spreadsheet applications
• Physical and mental attributes sufficient to perform essential functions
• Valid Driver's License / Clean Driving Record
• Ability to pass Department of Justice (DOJ) Background Clearance

Nice To Haves

• Medical Assisting certification
• Certified Nursing Assistant certification
• Two (2) years of experience in Medical Detox, Pharmacy, SUD, Behavioral/Mental Health, EMT, or health services setting preferred
• Proficient in English Language
• Proficient communicator

Responsibilities

• Assists patients with activities of daily living (ADLs)
• Provides personal care assistance to patients as needed
• Observes and influences patients’ behavior in a positive manner
• Support clinical team through crisis intervention, case management, and coordination of patient treatment plans throughout treatment
• Collaborate with and assist doctors, psychologists, and rehabilitation therapists working with patients
• Administer medications and treatments following physician’s prescriptions
• Issue medications from dispensary and maintain records in accordance with TPEG procedures
• Reports symptoms, reactions, and progress of patients to the Nurse Practitioner and/or Facility manager
• Take and record measures of patient’s physical condition
• Monitor patient’s physical and emotional well-being and report unusual behavior or physical ailments to staff
• Documents nursing observations
• Inventories food, labels and dates opened food items, organizes pantry and fridge, prepares grocery order
• Ensures that patients receive appropriate nutrition, including shopping for groceries, preparing meals
• Assist in maintaining patient records by reviewing case notes and documenting progress
• Communicate patient progress by participating in interdisciplinary meetings and daily briefings
• Initiates change to improve patient care; discusses changes with doctor when appropriate
• Utilizes educational opportunities within the facility and other avenues to maintain clinical expertise
• Assumes responsibility and accountability including supervision of patients in the house
• Ensures the safety of patients by consistently completing safety checks
• Maintains a clean and sanitized environment

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees