What are the responsibilities and job description for the Behavioral Health Tech - Per diem - Float position at Children's Hospital Boston?
The Behavioral Health Technician will be responsible for :
- Provides one-on-one support, as needed, to patients with a variety of behavioral health needs.
- Closely monitors and maintains the safety of patients. Observe behaviors and conditions in accordance with established procedures and protocols.
- In conjunction with Registered Nurse, conducts environmental checks and helps identifies risk factors.
- Aids with the implementation of safety measures, such as physical restraints, observation levels, and suicide watches, as warranted.
- Responds to and assists with de-escalating acute behavioral episodes in a therapeutic and supportive manner. Attempts to understand the source of distress.
- Under the direction of Registered Nurse and medical staff, prevents elopement and calls for support / assistance when necessary to assist in preventing elopement.
- Identifies patient behaviors that could lead to behavioral escalation and utilizes non-verbal and verbal techniques to de-escalate situations.
- Actively monitors patients and the environment with particular attention to safety concerns.
- May perform vital signs and assist with Activities of Daily Living as directed by the Registered Nurse.
- Completes patient care documentation and administrative duties
- Under the direction of Registered Nurse, may assist practitioners performing medical proceduresTo qualify, you must have :
- High School Diploma / GED, Associate's Degree preferred
- BLS (Basic Life Support) within three months of hire
- Welle De-escalation training within six months of hire
- Six months of practical experience in a behavioral health or educational setting preferred
- Availability to work at least 2 off shifts (evening or night) and 2 weekend shifts
