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Behavioral Health Technician II

Arkansas Children's
AR Full Time
POSTED ON 3/9/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/7/2025
  • Work Shift :
  • Day Shift
  • Time Type :
  • Part time
  • Department :
  • CC013125 Behavioral Health
  • Summary :
  • Sat / Mon 7a-7pThe 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.
  • Additional Information :
  • Required Education :
  • Associate Degree or Equivalent Experience
  • Recommended Education :
  • Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university
  • Required Work Experience :
  • Related Field - 2 years of experience
  • Recommended Work Experience :
  • Technicians - 2 years of mental / behavioral health, PCT, CNA, or Medical Assistant in a healthcare setting, OR current AC employee with clinical 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 ® (RBT®) - Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB)
  • Description
  • 1. Maintains documentation of a patient's mood, mental sharpness, sleeping patterns, eating habits and overall function to support patient and employee safety.2. Maintains direct observation and documentation of patient's vital statistics.3. Recognizes and reports early signs of escalation to patient care team.4. Communicates effectively with the treatment team to ensure safe, quality care is provided.5. Responds appropriately and safely to dangerous behavior.6. Applies evidence-based de-escalation techniques and strategies.7. 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.8. Assists with maintaining a clean, safe, and orderly patient / department environment.9. Assists with admission, transfer and discharge of patients as directed by licensed staff.10. Other related duties as assigned.Arkansas Children's (https : / / www.archildrens.org / about-us) is the only hospital system in the state dedicated to caring for children, which enables us to uniquely shape the landscape of pediatric care in Arkansas.Arkansas Children's is driven by four core values-safety, teamwork, compassion and excellence-which inform every action.Arkansas Children's Hospital has received Magnet Status (https : / / www.archildrens.org / about-us / magnet-recognition) from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), for nursing excellence and patient outcomes. And we are nationally ranked by U.S. News & World Report (https : / / www.archildrens.org / about-us / awards-and-recognition) for Cancer, Cardiology & Heart Surgery, Diabetes & Endocrinology, Nephrology, Neurology & Neurosurgery, Pulmonology & Lung Surgery and Urology.For more than a century, Arkansas Children's has met the unique needs of children. But we're more than just a hospital treating sick kids-our services include two hospitals, a pediatric research institute, foundation, clinics, education and outreach, all with an unyielding commitment to making children better today and healthier tomorrow.Arkansas Children's Little Rock campus includes a 336-bed hospital with the state's only pediatric Level 1 Trauma Center, burn center, Level 4 neonatal intensive care and pediatric intensive care, as well as a nationally-recognized transport service. And Arkansas Children's Northwest (https : / / www.archildrens.org / locations / arkansas-childrens-nw) provides inpatient and emergency care, clinic rooms and diagnostic services to children in that corner of the state._"Arkansas Children's is a place of hope and comfort for children and parents. When you are at children's, you are part of an elite team united with a common goal of saving children and making their lives better."_ Michael - Business Operations Manager"Arkansas Children's Hospital is a prestigious institution that cares for children." Linda - Information Systems Analyst"We are an organization of care, love, and hope while we champion children." Angela - Parking and Fleet Coordinator"Care, love, and hope for children!" Kathy - Administrative Assistant"When I think of my time here at Arkansas Children's Hospital, I can honestly say that it has given me a unique perspective on the human condition, and the various roles that we all have in patient care. As a supply assistant, I have a very important job ensuring that the doctors and nurses have what they need to provide the world class medical care to the Children of Arkansas and surrounding states. Being a Champion for Children is more than a catch phrase, it is a way of life!" Nick - Supply AssistantArkansas Children's provides equal employment opportunity to all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, national origin or citizenship status, disability, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy or any other category protected by federal, state and local laws. Further, Arkansas Children's will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Learn More
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