Behavioral Health Technician II
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About the job
ARKANSAS CHILDREN'S IS A TOBACCO FREE WORKPLACE. FLU VACCINES ARE REQUIRED. ARKANSAS CHILDREN'S IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WILL RECEIVE CONSIDERATION FOR EMPLOYMENT WITHOUT REGARD TO RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, NATIONAL ORIGIN, AGE, DISABILITY, PROTECTED VETERAN STATUS OR ANY OTHER CHARACTERISTIC PROTECTED BY FEDERAL, STATE, OR LOCAL LAWS.
This position has been designated as safety sensitive and cannot be filled by a candidate who is a current user of medical marijuana.
CURRENT EMPLOYEES: Please apply via the internal career site by logging into your Workday Account ( https://www.myworkday.com/archildrens/ )and search the "Find Jobs" report.
Work Shift
Day Shift
Time Type
Full time
Department
CC013125 Behavioral Health
Summary
Full Time, Mo/Tu/Fr 7a-7p
Salary
Most new hires start between $15.30-$19.10 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications.
Additional Information
The Behavioral Health Technician's primary function is to contribute to the health and well-being of the patient. The Behavioral Health Technician functions as an assistant to the team in providing constant safety observations, redirection/de-escalation, and care for a patient identified to be at risk to themselves and/or others.
Required Education
No education requirements
Recommended Education
High school diploma or GED or equivalent
Required Work Experience
2 years of relevant experience; HS Diploma or GED may substitute for 2 years of work experience
Recommended Work Experience
Required Certifications
Recommended Certifications
Certified Behavioral Health Technician (CBHT) - Academy for Addiction Professionals, Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) - Prometric, Mental Health Technician (CMHT) - National Career Certification Board, Mental Health Technician - National Career Certification Board, Registered Behavior Technician - BACB - Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB)
Description
- Maintains documentation of a patient’s mood, mental sharpness, sleeping patterns, eating habits and overall function to support patient and employee safety.
- Maintains direct observation and documentation of patient’s vital statistics.
- Recognizes and reports early signs of escalation to patient care team.
- Communicates effectively with the treatment team to ensure safe, quality care is provided.
- Responds appropriately and safely to dangerous behavior.
- Applies evidence-based de-escalation techniques and strategies.
- Completes patient care (may include V/S, I&O's, heights, weights, head circumference, ADL's and other patient care related assignments) in a safe, efficient and timely manner as delegated by licensed nursing staff to the RN.
- Assists with maintaining a clean, safe, and orderly patient/department environment.
- Assists with admission, transfer and discharge of patients as directed by licensed staff.
- Other related duties as assigned.
From Arkansas Children's's job posting, checked Oct 24, 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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About Arkansas Children's
Pediatric health system with two hospitals, in Little Rock and Springdale, plus clinics and a research institute, caring for children from birth to age 21 (source: Arkansas Children's, About Us, opens in a new tab) in Arkansas. Source: Arkansas Children's, About Us
Based in Little Rock, ARHires in ArkansasPay on its listings: posted on most listings
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