What are the responsibilities and job description for the Behavioral Health Technician position at Hope In The Valley?
Duty Statement
The Behavioral Health Technician is a professional member of the team who provides
support with the treatment of clients who have substance abuse disorders.
Responsibilities/Duties
- Meets with patients in both individual and group sessions as designated by onsite supervisor.
- Monitors the residential milieu for safety.
- Conducts headcounts on clients.
- Assist with medication observation.
- Plans and assists with the implementation of continuing care for assigned patients.
- Facilitates educational sessions as well as patient group activities.
- Provides education regarding substance use disorders.
- Administrative tasks including but not limited to the following: answering phone calls, obtaining medical records, filing, faxing, and scanning,
- Records treatment activities and patient observations in patient records accurately and timely; completes paperwork requirements as needed in an accurate and timely manner.
- Communicates with clinical supervisors, clinical staff, and medical staff regarding patients’ treatment and status.
The above duties reflect the general details considered necessary to describe the principal work functions of the position and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be in the position. These duties and responsibilities are the expectations upon which performance is measured.
Core Competencies
- In-depth knowledge of the disease of addiction, treatment principles and 12 steps programs.
- Knowledge of community resources and the appropriate use of these resources.
- Ability to delegate tasks appropriately and efficiently.
- Strong writing skills and proficiency with Microsoft Word and other computer program software.
- Strong communication skills and reasoning ability.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality of information to protect the privacy and well-being of the clients.
- Ability to deal with a variety of potentially stressful situations in a professional and efficient manner.
- •Strong knowledge of ethical principles
Minimum Qualifications
- One (1) plus years of work experience in a similar position and/or healthcare environment.
- CPR required
- Qualified Medication Administration Personnel (QMAP) certification
- Addiction counselor certification desired, if candidate does not currently hold certification, the candidate will work towards that goal.
- Valid unrestricted driver's license
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: From $17.00 per hour
Expected hours: 20 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
- Addiction Medicine
Schedule:
- 12 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- Morning shift
- Night shift
- Weekends as needed
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Experience:
- working in mental health and/or addiction treatment center: 2 years (Preferred)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Preferred)
- Night Shift (Preferred)
- Overnight Shift (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Alamosa, CO (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17