PRN Client Assistant/Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) Night Shift (6:00pm to 6:30am)

THE NEXT DOOR INC•Nashville, TN

10d•Onsite

About The Position

CAT (Client Assistant Team), in conjunction with the assigned nurses, are responsible for providing client supervision in a structured and supportive residential environment. All Full-Time CATs will be scheduled off at least one of the observed holidays.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED required.
25 years of age or older
Valid drivers license, F Endorsement preferred
CPR Certified or willingness to obtain certification as offered by TND
All Employees will adhere to the following professional standards:
Honor the agency mission: The mission of The Next Door is to live out our faith by providing a continuum of evidence-based services for women and their families impacted by addiction, mental illness, trauma and/or incarceration.
Consistently treat patients and co-workers with the utmost respect.
Keep ALL information regarding staff, client, diagnosis, group information, etc. confidential at all times.
Work as a necessary part of the team effort.
Model ethical and professional behavior at all times.
Participate in ongoing meetings and trainings as required by the leadership of The Next Door
Be creative and assist leadership with ideas for improving the overall quality of the services and environment for the residents of The Next Door.
Encourage core values of The Next Door, Inc. at all times.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree or some college preferred
Minimum experience working with target population preferred
Experience working in a healthcare setting preferred.
Knowledge of substance abuse/addiction issues or related work experience preferred
Possess proficient computer skills including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Ability to establish and maintain professional therapeutic boundaries

Responsibilities

Assist nurse with assigned clients vital signs and medication pass.
Communicate with your assigned medical staff the medical needs of clients and assist them is accessing care.
Monitor, educate, and assist assigned clients in performance of activities of daily living in accordance with goals and problem area identified on individualized treatment plan.
Assist with new clients floor orientation. Introduce to buddy.
Assists assigned clients with self-care and other living skills engaging with support and encouragement.
Assigned CAT will assist Admissions and Treatment Team with new Intakes by assisting with searches, vital signs, and urine drug screens.
If warranted, document assigned clients activities and client interaction in EHR.
Provide shift reports via email/report to TND staff at the end of each shift. Specifically, any therapeutic interactions had with clients on that shift.
Prepare assigned rooms when clients transition; Includes removing remaining belongings, sweeping/mopping, changing linens, room name placard, etc.
Perform urine drug screens/breathalyzer as assigned and on suspicion. Follow agency protocol for a presumptive positive screen.
Based on staff rotation, aids at the front desk as needed; directing incoming calls to appropriate staff and interacting with guests, visitors, family members and outside providers.
Engage assigned clients in fun recovery activities when appropriate to aid in emotion regulation, behavior modification and re-direction as needed.
Report facility maintenance concerns.
Completes assigned room checks, safety checks and client supervision checks throughout shift as needed.
Carry out responsibilities pertaining to the operation of the facility, including all events, activities, utilizing safety management, emergency procedures and non-violent crisis intervention.
Transport assigned clients to and from appointments, groups, and other activities as requested by supervisor.
Maintain order in storage closet as needed.
Employs de-escalation techniques mediating potential crisis between clients when necessary.
Utilizes local crisis response plan in case of psychiatric emergency (i.e. suicidal/homicidal ideation or threats) with the direction of supervisor.
Utilize effective communication when contacting On-Call staff to report pertinent information afterhours.
Attend meetings and trainings in-house, electronic, Webinar, etc as directed by supervisor.
Follow agency protocol about contraband and items not allowed in client possession.
Participate in continuing education activities, remaining knowledgeable in areas related to the focus of the residential program ie; addiction, mental health
Perform light clerical duties as assigned.
Additional responsibilities as assigned.