Behavioral Health Technician- La Quinta

Overview: The Behavioral Health Technician is responsible for the complete care and well-being of the clients while they are receiving services at the facility. A Behavioral Health Technician will maintain open lines of communication with staff, attending clinicians and physicians, clients and families.

Schedule:

• NOC Shift: 11:30pm-8:00am

Compensation: $21-24; Based on Experience

Duties & Responsibilities

• Assists in admission of new residents, which includes orienting resident to unit and program, checking resident for contraband and caring for resident’s valuables and belongings.
• Assists clients in the recovery process.
• Provides resident supervision in coordination with the clinical staff.
• Establishes and maintains therapeutic relationship with residents within the guidelines of the clinical programs.
• Prepare nutritious meals for clients during the shift.
• Transports residents off the property when necessary, including driving to A.A./N.A. meetings, doctor appointments, or other required destinations.
• Observe and document client self-administration of medications. Prepares controlled medication handoff. Inventories and notifies clinical staff of low inventory medications.
• Provide case management services, including facilitating groups, completing case management notes, assessment of general needs, and follow-ups to ensure that their case management needs are being met by program.
• Performs all necessary documentation regarding clients (i.e.: rounds, vitals or COWS/CIWA, group sessions)
• Performs tasks related to general center maintenance, such as bed making, room check, care of resident’s belongings, general center cleanliness, and minor property maintenance.
• Is aware of physical and safety factors on the unit, performs security rounds and reports unsafe conditions to a supervisor.
• Assists residents through the discharge process.
• Responsible for all other duties assigned by a supervisor.

Qualifications:

• RAD-T, SUDRC, or CATC from CCAPP, CAADE, or CADTP preferred OR willing to get registered with a DHCS approved SUD counselor organization within 14 days (Obtained during onboarding or before).
• Previous experience in mental health counseling or other related field(s_) Preferred_
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills
• Hardworking and Reliable
• Has the ability to listen actively when spoken to and effectively communicate their thoughts to others
• Is sensitive to religious, ethnic and cultural differences in others and shows respect and empathy.
• Has valid drivers license and clean record
• Is able to work alone, but also as a team with fellow staff in the business setting and actively seek out advice and/or guidance in order to solve problems
• The Candidate will have good time management skills and actively seek to accomplish tasks and be able to use a variety of methods and ideas to solve problems; whilst also being open to suggestions from others to find solutions

Physical Requirements: Must be able to stand, walk, or sit for extended periods. Must be able to lift 25-50 pounds. May be required to ascend/descend stairs.

Pre-Employment Requirements

• Hiring is contingent upon completion of a Background Check, TB test, and clearance on a drug screen and pre-employment physical. Current First Aid and CPR certification or willing to obtain upon hire.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Overnight shift
• Weekends as needed

Application Question(s):

• What is your desired hourly rate?

Experience:

• Detox: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)
• RADT, SUDRC, RAC, or equivalent (Required)

Shift availability:

• Overnight Shift (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• La Quinta, CA 92253 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20 - $23