Behavioral Healthcare Technician I (NOC Shift)

Sierra Meadows & Ascend Behavioral Health•Fresno, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The full-time 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. This role operates on the NOC shift (10 PM - 6:30 AM) on a Sunday - Thursday schedule within a residential, adult facility.

Requirements

High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent.
Demonstrated ability to multitask, 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 with other staff, supervisors, managed health care clinicians, and medical/mental health professionals.
Demonstrated ability to make decisions independently and use initiative to accomplish complex assignments with general instruction and guidance.
Demonstrated ability to exercise judgment and integrity on the job with confidentiality, tact, and diplomacy.
Demonstrated ability to organize time and other resources to perform multiple tasks.
Demonstrated ability to complete work accurately and in a timely manner with attention to detail.
Demonstrated ability to work well with others and to provide effective team leadership.
Proficiency in word processing, database, and/or spreadsheet applications.
Physical and mental attributes sufficient to perform essential functions.
Demonstrated ability to recognize merit, excellence, and intelligence in staff and potential employees.
Valid Driver's License / Clean Driving Record
Ability to pass the 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 the English Language
Proficient communicator

Responsibilities

Assists patients with activities of daily living (ADLs) and provides personal care assistance.
Observes and influences patients’ behavior in a positive manner.
Supports the clinical team through crisis intervention, case management, and coordination of patient treatment plans.
Collaborates with and assists doctors, psychologists, and rehabilitation therapists.
Administers medications and treatments following the physician’s prescriptions and issues medications from the dispensary, maintaining records.
Reports symptoms, reactions, and progress of patients to the Nurse Practitioner and/or Facility manager.
Takes and records patients’ physical condition measurements.
Monitors patients’ physical and emotional well-being and reports unusual behavior or physical ailments.
Documents nursing observations.
Manages food inventory, labeling, dating, organizing pantry and fridge, preparing grocery orders, and taking temperatures.
Ensures patients receive appropriate nutrition, including shopping for groceries and preparing meals.
Assists in maintaining patient records by reviewing case notes and documenting progress.
Communicates patient progress by participating in interdisciplinary meetings and daily briefings.
Initiates change to improve patient care and discusses changes with the doctor when appropriate.
Utilizes educational opportunities to maintain clinical expertise and promote personal growth.
Assumes responsibility and accountability, including supervision of patients.
Ensures the safety of patients by consistently completing safety checks.
Maintains a clean and sanitized environment.
Performs other duties as may be assigned.
Follows and supports TPEG policies and procedures.
Works collaboratively and cooperatively with internal and external partners.
Represents TPEG, Inc., by embodying the mission, vision, and values of the organization.
Travels occasionally during the workday and on occasional overnight stays.
Maintains regular attendance at work and company activities and demonstrates punctuality.
Displays creativity and vision in recommending new tactics and strategies.
Expands and updates job knowledge through educational opportunities and professional learning.