Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) Overnight

POSITION: Behavioral Health Technician

SUPERVISED BY: Lead BHT Supervisor

We are a reputable behavioral health company with a dual-diagnosis location that is looking for some assistance in operations. The Behavioral Health Technician at our company will help clients in their daily activities and ensure a safe, clean environment of care.

Shift: OVERNIGHT
Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday 9pm-7am

Saturday, Sunday Tuesday and Wednesday 7pm-5am

SPECIFIC AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY TO POSITION:

• Collects urine specimens for drug screens and pregnancy tests, takes vital signs; accurately records the results in the medical record and reports results to nursing.

• Anticipates and responds to client needs, including crisis intervention, and restores and maintains a safe, secure environment.

• Assists clients with participation in therapeutic and recreational activities.

• Observes clients (inpatient) every 15 – 30 minutes and documents findings on observation records. Performs room safety checks every shift and provides 1 to 1 observation as assigned.

• Through direct care, observation, and communication with the client collects and documents behavioral, physical, and other clinical data in shift reports.

• Reports changes in behavior, safety concerns, and crisis situations and seeks assistance from a supervisor or treatment team (nurse, clinician, provider).

• Completes searches of clients and belongings upon admission and random searches as needed for safety.

• Assists with the intake process for new clients and orients them to the facility.

• Assists with AMA interventions (leaving treatment against medical advice) when needed.

• Completes incident reports for all safety and security events and near misses.

• Provides emotional support to clients.

• Always maintains the confidentiality of patient records and complies with all state and federal confidentiality laws.

• Transports clients to and from clinical services, housing, specialists, outside appointments, peer recovery meetings/support groups, etc. as needed.

• Maintains an effective and courteous working relationship with patients and other staff members through the use of appropriate interpersonal skills.

• Provides information to clients about their rights and responsibilities, including grievance procedures.

• Develops and maintains appropriate boundaries with clients and complies with the “Code of Ethical Conduct”.

• Completes all required trainings at the time of hire and annually.

• Assists with other tasks as needed and within the documented level of competency.

• Adhere to organizational standards, policies, and procedures, and legal regulations.

Qualifications:

• A strong desire to help others

• Basic computer skills to log data and perform other administrative tasks

• Good written and verbal communication skills

• Patience with good listening and reasoning skills, including the ability to remain calm in high stress situations

• Positive attitude, shows compassion to clients

• Time management skills

• Excellent judgment and discretion handling confidential information

• Flexibility and adaptability

REQUIREMENTS:

• Must have a valid driver's license
• Must have a high school diploma
• Must be able to pass a urine drug test
• Must have some sort of understanding about Addiction

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.00 - $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Medical Specialty:

• Addiction Medicine
• Psychiatry

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Overnight shift

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Behavioral health treatment: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Shift availability:

• Overnight Shift (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17 - $18