Behavioral Health Technician
DESERT COVE RECOVERY
Great Barrington, ScottsdaleEntry level1+ yrs
The job in short
Support behavioral health patients.
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Details
- Found
- 23 d ago · posted 2023-11-14
- Location as listed
- GREAT BARRINGTON, MA, USA
- Role
- Behavioral Health / Therapist
- Source
- The company’s own careers site
Full description
Job Details: Job Location: BERKSHIRE MOUNTAIN HEALTH LLC - GREAT BARRINGTON, MA, Position Type: Full-Time/Part-Time, Salary Range: $18.00 - $24.00Hourly, The Behavioral Health Technician (Resident Tech) will provide a safe and secure environment for our clients in a residential setting, engage them in skills training, designed to enhance functioning leading to community integration and self-sufficiency in living, learning, social and work environments. You will be responsible for screenings, assessments, treatment planning, case load management, crisis management and coordination of care. The principal functions of the position identified shall not be considered as a complete description of all the work requirements and expectations that may be inherent in the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
The following are duties and responsibilities that the Behavioral Health Technician shall provide:
Provide direct support to clients related to treatment and treatment protocols
Assist and facilitate treatment procedures such client admissions, self-administration of medication, medication administration, health screening assessments, drug testing, and treatment planning
Manage and maintain case load, ensuring timely and effective care coordination
Supervise, monitor, and educate clients on treatment procedures
Report client changes related to therapeutic issues, client information, and violation of rules
Engage with medication ethically and with highest quality of safety
Engage clients in Independent Living Skills (ILS) activities and promote health and wellness
Record and monitor client conditions during treatment and medication reactions
Assist in searches, inspections, checks, and investigations as part of treatment procedures
Provide transportation and support for appointments, errands, and other needs to support clients
Coordinate and maintain healthy levels of communication with staff of all levels to ensure highest quality of care
Document all client information timely and accurately as needed
Attend regular staff meetings, trainings, and reviews
Maintain compliance with company accreditation standards, including annual trainings, CEUs, and performance reviews
Utilize de-escalation and crisis intervention skills when needed
Assist with other duties assigned, including but not limited to, cleaning, restocking, meal assistance
Learn and utilize the software’s available (Ritten, Paycom, etc.) efficiently to complete job requirements
Qualifications: The Behavioral Health Technician requires a minimum of a High-School diploma or equivalent along with:
1 year of relevant experience in a behavioral health (minimum), 3 years (preferred)
Valid driver's license or reliable transportation
Valid CPR/First Aid certifications or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire
High level of confidentiality
Exceptional display of verbal and written communication
Ability to successfully pass a background, drug screen, and MVR
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