What are the responsibilities and job description for the Behavioral Health Technician position at Gracepoint?
BEHAVIORAL HEALTH TECH- ADULT INPATIENT
Gracepoint seeks compassionate and empathetic qualified candidates who want to make a difference within our organization.
JOB OVERVIEW
Provides direct, compassionate, and empathetic care to individuals served with behavioral health needs which include observing and monitoring individuals’ served behavior; supporting individuals served with activities within the program; supporting other staff to ensure individuals served participate in prescribed treatment and activities, leading activity groups and community meetings, admitting and orienting individuals served to the program and assuring all program tasks are completed properly.
GRACEPOINT BENEFITS
- Full Health, Dental, Vision, Disability, Accidental, and 401(k) within 1 month of hire
- Paid Training and Coaching
- Non-Profit Organization Student Loan Forgiveness
- Wellness Events
- PTO accrual starts on day 1 of employment
- Company Discount Perks
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Partner with team members to de-escalate individuals’ served behaviors.
- Supporting individuals served in achieving optimal wellness in a therapeutic environment.
- Maintain the safety and security of the program by observing individuals’ served behavior and through detailed screenings and searches.
- Accurate and timely completion of required chart documentation
- Provide appropriate nutrition based on individuals' served dietary needs.
EMPLOYMENT ENVIRONMENT AND TASKS:
- A secure facility that provides an inpatient treatment program for those experiencing a mental health emergency needing 24-hour care in a safe supportive environment.
- Must be capable of lifting 50 pounds of dead weight alone.
- May be required to stand for an extended period and/or for the entire work shift.
- Maintains confidentiality and remains calm under stressful situations.
- Managing and organizing the continuous workflow of the unit and workspace including the cleanliness of the environment.
- Inpatient behavioral health care setting. Fast-paced team approach. Multi-tasking. Requires above-average time management skills.
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
- Must have a High school Diploma or GED
- Must be able to lift and carry up to 50lbs of dead weight
- Must have excellent interpersonal skills
Job Types: Full-time, Per diem
Pay: $15.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
- Psychiatry
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Overnight shift
Application Question(s):
- Please provide an accurate email address for contacting purposes.
Experience:
- Behavioral health: 1 year (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- Tampa, FL 33610: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $15
