Behavioral Health Technician- CONTINGENT- Southfield

Department : Psychiatric NursingCONTINGENT- Henry Ford- Southfield Campus- Rotating Shifts 7 : 00am-7 : 30pm OR 7 : 00pm-7 : 30 amGENERAL SUMMARY :

• Under the direction of the Registered Nurse, and in accordance with established policies, procedures, guidelines, and patient care plans, performs a variety of direct patient care activities for patients with addiction, behavioral problems or for mentally ill and imbalanced patients.
• Provides positive interactions and safe environment to maximize patient wellbeing. Notifies manager of any significant patient care issues.EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE REQUIRED :
• High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
• Minimum of one-year college experience in Behavioral Health, Allied Health, Psychology or related field.
• If no college experience, must have at least one year of Behavioral Health Technician experience or applicable experience such as Emergency Medical Technician (EMT).
• Two or more years of experience as a Behavioral Health Technician in an inpatient psychiatric or addiction medicine setting preferred (depending on location hired).
• Ability to physically manage patients when necessary in a safe and therapeutic manner.
• Interpersonal skills necessary to effectively interact with patients providing comfort, empathy, encouragement, and support.
• Analytical skills necessary to assess patients and gather data relevant to patient care. Ability to work in cooperation with other health care providers to provide quality, safe care to patients.CERTIFICATIONS / LICENSURES REQUIRED :
• Complete BLS Heartsaver Certification during orientation. Maintain active BLS certification. Must complete WELLE training within first three months of becoming a Behavioral Health Technician (location specific). Maintain active WELLE certification.Additional Information
• Organization : Henry Ford Providence Hospitals
• Department : Psychiatric Nursing Unit 001
• Shift : Rotating
• Union Code : Not Applicable