Behavioral Health Technician (BHT)

Job description

POSITION: Behavioral Health Technician

SUPERVISED BY: Lead BHT Supervisor

We are a reputable behavioral health company with a dual-diagnosis location that is looking for some assistance in operations. The Behavioral Health Technician at our company will help clients in their daily activities and ensure a safe, clean environment of care.

Open shifts: 2nd and 3rd shift

SPECIFIC AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY TO POSITION:

● Collects urine specimens for drug screens and pregnancy tests, takes vital signs; accurately records the results in the medical record and reports results to nursing.

● Anticipates and responds to client needs, including crisis intervention, and restores and maintains a safe, secure environment.

● Assists clients with participation in therapeutic and recreational activities.

● Observes clients (inpatient) every 15 – 30 minutes and documents findings on observation records. Performs room safety checks every shift and provides 1 to 1 observation as assigned.

● Through direct care, observation, and communication with the client collects and documents behavioral, physical, and other clinical data in shift reports.

● Reports changes in behavior, safety concerns, and crisis situations and seeks assistance from a supervisor or treatment team (nurse, clinician, provider).

● Completes searches of clients and belongings upon admission and random searches as needed for safety.

● Assists with the intake process for new clients and orients them to the facility.

● Assists with AMA interventions (leaving treatment against medical advice) when needed.

● Completes incident reports for all safety and security events and near misses.

● Provides emotional support to clients.

● Always maintains the confidentiality of patient records and complies with all state and federal confidentiality laws.

● Transports clients to and from clinical services, housing, specialists, outside appointments, peer recovery meetings/support groups, etc. as needed.

● Maintains an effective and courteous working relationship with patients and other staff members through the use of appropriate interpersonal skills.

● Provides information to clients about their rights and responsibilities, including grievance procedures.

● Develops and maintains appropriate boundaries with clients and complies with the “Code of Ethical Conduct”.

● Completes all required trainings at the time of hire and annually.

● Assists with other tasks as needed and within the documented level of competency.

● Adhere to organizational standards, policies, and procedures, and legal regulations.

Qualifications:

● A strong desire to help others

● Basic computer skills to log data and perform other administrative tasks

● Good written and verbal communication skills

● Patience with good listening and reasoning skills, including the ability to remain calm in high stress situations

● Positive attitude, shows compassion to clients

● Time management skills

● Excellent judgment and discretion handling confidential information

● Flexibility and adaptability

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person