Behavioral Technician

University of Rochester•City of Rochester, NY

4d•$19 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive. Assists in care for newly brain injured, cognitively impaired rehabilitation patients that are confused, unable to communicate and often unable to manage the simplest of daily tasks. This position assists and directs patient in activities that support the rehabilitation plan, maximizes patient and staff safety, and documents in the EMR, all according to department policies and objectives.

Requirements

Associate's degree in Behavioral Sciences and 2 years of recent experience in related patient care required or 2 years of psychiatric training required or 2 years of RN nursing education required Or equivalent combination of education and experience
Strong verbal and written communication skills required
Ability to work independently required
Innovative with patient care required
Flexible in thinking and approach required

Nice To Haves

CBIS - Certified Brain Injury Specialist certification upon hire preferred
Formal Behavior Management and De-escalation training through CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute) upon hire preferred

Responsibilities

Assists in care for newly brain injured, cognitively impaired rehabilitation patients that are confused, unable to communicate and often unable to manage the simplest of daily tasks.
Assists and directs patient in activities that support the rehabilitation plan, maximizes patient and staff safety, and documents in the EMR, all according to department policies and objectives.
Monitors, tracks, and may assist in activities of daily life (ADL) for patients in preparation for therapy.
Educates and/or re-educates on patient needs and skills or activites learned in therapy, including ADL.
Documents shift progress and care plan notes assessing progress toward achieving individualized care plan goals.
Documents I & O’s.
Follows a continence plan.
Utilizes bladder scanner and Foley care.
Receives specific training from OT, PT, SLP and Rec Therapy on all types of transfers, mobility activity and safe swallowing techniques.
Interacts directly with patient during therapy sessions.
Employs Agitated Behavior Scale in combination with provider orders to deescalate patient behavior.
Educates patient’s caregivers to ensure understanding of the patient care plan while hospitalized, as well as the post-discharge support plan of the patient.
Other duties as assigned.