What are the responsibilities and job description for the Behavioral Health Tech-Forensics North position at Gracepoint?
BEHAVIORAL HEALTH TECH- FORENSIC NORTH CAMPUS
Gracepoint is seeking compassionate and empathetic qualified candidates that want to make a difference.
The Forensics Treatment Program is a 24/7 Secured residency program housing adults 18 years and up who meet the criteria under a court-ordered program. Occupants are typically under mental health diagnosis with felony charges but are deemed Incompetent to stand trial.
POSITION SUMMARY:
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 of daily living (ADL); 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 Forensics Residence program and assuring all program tasks are completed properly.
QUALIFICATIONS:
High school diploma or equivalent required. Experience in the mental health field or health care setting preferred. BHT certification preferred. Must have the ability to communicate clearly and appropriately with individuals served, co-workers, and visitors. Must have leadership skills. Must have a reliable source of transportation, a valid driver’s license, and automobile insurance (if driving on the job).
FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:
- Monitoring individuals served according to program policies and procedures.
- Supporting individuals served with ADLs according to the therapeutic environment.
- Maintaining the safety and security of the program including individuals served, staff, and visitors.
- Accurate and timely completion of required chart documentation.
- Managing and organizing the continuous workflow of the program and workspace including the cleanliness of the environment.
- Providing appropriate nutrition based on individuals served dietary needs as directed by the dietician.
- Other duties as assigned or needed as per program requirements.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- Abilities in reaching, bending, talking, fingering, sitting, carrying, standing, grasping, fine hand coordination, ability to hear, ability to read and write, and the ability to remain calm under stress.
- Ability to reach with hands and arms, climb stairs, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Specific vision abilities include close, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Must be capable of lifting 50 pounds of dead weight alone.
- May be required to stand for an extended period.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Inpatient behavioral health care setting. Fast-paced team approach. Multi-tasking. Requires above-average time management skills.
