Behavioral Technician Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in a related field (e.g., Psychology, Social Work, Sociology, Human Services) preferred.
• Previous experience in a behavioral health setting or with similar patient populations is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of mental health conditions and treatment principles.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Crisis intervention skills.
• Basic computer proficiency.

Nice To Haves

• Certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or similar.
• Bilingual abilities (e.g., Spanish).

Responsibilities

• Monitors safety of patients and the environment of care
• Fosters a safe and nurturing environment that encourages and reinforces constructive interactions amongst patients
• Educates patients on interpersonal and self-care skills
• Assists patients with activities of daily living
• Conducts age appropriate psycho-educational groups
• Facilitates the implementation of nursing care plans promoting emotional well-being as delegated
• Recognizes critical and obvious changes in patient conditions and reacts promptly
• Communicates patient care observations and safety concerns to members of the multidisciplinary team

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement savings plan
• Opportunities for professional development