Behavioral Health Technician I

Part-Time: 20 Hours Per Week

2nd Shift: 12pm - 7pm

Monday - Wednesday - Thursday

Department: IOP and Partial Hospitalization - Onsite

Summary

The Behavioral Health Technician I, under the direction and delegation of a Mental Health Therapist , supports and assists in the care and treatment of children and adolescents, ages 12-18, admitted to the inpatient behavioral health unit.

Responsibilities

1.Support the milieu of the environment, maintain safety, and support the implementation of ISP individualized plan of care.

2.Provides supportive care and engagement according to Hospital Policy and procedure as delegated and as a team with our Mental Health Therapists.

3.Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care for the physical, psychological, social, educational, and safety needs of the patients served regardless of age.

4.Other duties as required:

Other information:

Technical Expertise

• Experience working with multidisciplinary teams.
• Proficiency in computerized documentation is preferred.
• Experience in healthcare is preferred.

Education and Experience

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent is required. Current enrollment in an undergraduate degree for counseling, psychology, social work or related degree, or nursing preferred. Associate degree is preferred.
• Certification: BLS certification through the American Heart Association is required.
• Years of experience: 0 to 2 years' experience
• Years of experience supervising: None

Part Time

FTE: 0.500000

Status: Onsite