What are the responsibilities and job description for the Behavioral Health Technician position at PrairieCare?
About Us
Join Newport Healthcare: Transform Lives Through Meaningful Work!
Are you ready to embark on a rewarding career in psychiatric healthcare? At Newport Healthcare, we are passionate about delivering exceptional mental health services to individuals in need. Our comprehensive approach covers the entire spectrum of care, creating a wealth of diverse roles for those who aspire to make a real impact. We believe in nurturing talent and fostering professional growth in a supportive environment. Here, you won’t just find a job—you’ll discover a fulfilling career path in the mental health field.
If you're eager to contribute to a mission-driven organization and help change lives for the better, we invite you to join our dedicated team at Newport Healthcare. Together, we can make a profound difference in the lives of those we serve!
Responsibilities
Stay Alert: Keep an eye on all assigned residents and know what they’re up to at all times! When assigned to one-on-one supervision, you’ll need to have your eyes on the client during that time. If they venture out, you’ll follow until they’re safely back or further assistance is provided.
Safety First: Use your verbal de-escalation skills to redirect behaviors and prevent crises. If necessary, employ CPI techniques to ensure everyone stays safe.
Be the Fun Facilitator: Help run the daily schedule, participating in activities like group sessions, and events. Your enthusiasm will make these tasks enjoyable!
Connect Daily: Facilitate daily phone calls for clients, helping them stay connected with their support systems.
Document with Style: Complete daily shift notes for individual clients, keeping track of their progress and any concerns.
Team Communication: Share insights and concerns with the house/pod treatment teams to ensure everyone is on the same page regarding client needs.
Transportation Hero: Safely transport residents for community outings and meetings in a company vehicle, ensuring a fun and secure journey.
Policy Pro: Stay compliant with all policies, record-keeping requirements, and documentation duties. You’ll be the organization guru!
Stay Sharp: Keep up to date with all required trainings and certifications to maintain your role at Newport Healthcare.
Support Your House: Provide support to your assigned house, with flexibility to change assignments based on operational needs.
Other Duties as Assigned: Be ready to take on additional tasks that help our mission shine!
Qualifications
Compensation for this role ranges from $17.70 - $22.10 per hour, depending on education and experience.
We are committed to providing competitive and equitable compensation. An individual’s pay rate within the posted range is determined by several factors, including skills, experience, education, and market conditions. Additionally, we consider internal equity to ensure fairness within our organization.
Join our vibrant team at Newport Healthcare, where your passion for helping adolescents and young adults can truly shine! If you’re looking for a rewarding role that combines creativity, compassion, and collaboration, this is the place for you!
We are excited to hear about your interest in this opportunity! If you have any questions or need assistance with the application process, please feel free to contact me directly at Amanda Radford, either via email at Amanda.Radford@newporthealthcare.com or by phone at (949)659-6441. If you need further support, you are also welcome to reach out to our careers and management team at careers@newporthealthcare.com.
Newport Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Newport Healthcare provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Newport Healthcare is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunity, including providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with a disability. Applicants with a physical or mental disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process please email accommodations@newportacademy.com for assistance.
Join Newport Healthcare: Transform Lives Through Meaningful Work!
Are you ready to embark on a rewarding career in psychiatric healthcare? At Newport Healthcare, we are passionate about delivering exceptional mental health services to individuals in need. Our comprehensive approach covers the entire spectrum of care, creating a wealth of diverse roles for those who aspire to make a real impact. We believe in nurturing talent and fostering professional growth in a supportive environment. Here, you won’t just find a job—you’ll discover a fulfilling career path in the mental health field.
If you're eager to contribute to a mission-driven organization and help change lives for the better, we invite you to join our dedicated team at Newport Healthcare. Together, we can make a profound difference in the lives of those we serve!
Responsibilities
Stay Alert: Keep an eye on all assigned residents and know what they’re up to at all times! When assigned to one-on-one supervision, you’ll need to have your eyes on the client during that time. If they venture out, you’ll follow until they’re safely back or further assistance is provided.
Safety First: Use your verbal de-escalation skills to redirect behaviors and prevent crises. If necessary, employ CPI techniques to ensure everyone stays safe.
Be the Fun Facilitator: Help run the daily schedule, participating in activities like group sessions, and events. Your enthusiasm will make these tasks enjoyable!
Connect Daily: Facilitate daily phone calls for clients, helping them stay connected with their support systems.
Document with Style: Complete daily shift notes for individual clients, keeping track of their progress and any concerns.
Team Communication: Share insights and concerns with the house/pod treatment teams to ensure everyone is on the same page regarding client needs.
Transportation Hero: Safely transport residents for community outings and meetings in a company vehicle, ensuring a fun and secure journey.
Policy Pro: Stay compliant with all policies, record-keeping requirements, and documentation duties. You’ll be the organization guru!
Stay Sharp: Keep up to date with all required trainings and certifications to maintain your role at Newport Healthcare.
Support Your House: Provide support to your assigned house, with flexibility to change assignments based on operational needs.
Other Duties as Assigned: Be ready to take on additional tasks that help our mission shine!
Qualifications
Compensation for this role ranges from $17.70 - $22.10 per hour, depending on education and experience.
We are committed to providing competitive and equitable compensation. An individual’s pay rate within the posted range is determined by several factors, including skills, experience, education, and market conditions. Additionally, we consider internal equity to ensure fairness within our organization.
- H.S. Degree or GED required; bachelor’s level degree in psychology, counseling or sociology preferred.
- Prior work experience in other behavioral health treatment settings is a plus.
- Must have a valid driver’s license and be eligible for insurance coverage for driving the company’s vehicles.
Join our vibrant team at Newport Healthcare, where your passion for helping adolescents and young adults can truly shine! If you’re looking for a rewarding role that combines creativity, compassion, and collaboration, this is the place for you!
We are excited to hear about your interest in this opportunity! If you have any questions or need assistance with the application process, please feel free to contact me directly at Amanda Radford, either via email at Amanda.Radford@newporthealthcare.com or by phone at (949)659-6441. If you need further support, you are also welcome to reach out to our careers and management team at careers@newporthealthcare.com.
Newport Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Newport Healthcare provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Newport Healthcare is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunity, including providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with a disability. Applicants with a physical or mental disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process please email accommodations@newportacademy.com for assistance.
Salary : $18 - $22
