What are the responsibilities and job description for the Behavioral Health Technician Aide - WRTC (Day/Evening) **SIGN-ON BONUS ELIGIBLE position at Richmond Behavioral Health Authority?
Description
RBH is now offering sign-on bonus opportunities for qualifying professionals!
The Richmond Behavioral Health Authority is currently recruiting for full time Behavioral Health Technician Aide . This position performs basic human support work maintaining the safety of clients, monitoring clients that may present with special needs, performing and assisting clients with laundry duties, encouraging clients to adhere to treatment requirements, and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under the supervision of the assignedProgram Supervisor or Program Manager. This positions schedule will require evenings, overnights, and weekends.
Essential Functions
Monitors and assists clients with activities of daily living.
Monitors facility, grounds, and whereabouts of clients; conducts inspections according to schedule and need.
Performs customer service duties by meeting and greeting clients upon arrival for treatment; admits clients to the unit or facility by taking inventory of belongings; conducts tours and orientation of unit; maintains bedrooms when required.
Maintains the safety and cleanliness of the unit.
Ensures laundry duties for unit and clients are done in a timely manner; assists clients with special needs.
Monitors performance of client job function assignments.
Performs reception and general administrative support duties such as filing.
Prepares and maintains clinical documentation in the electronic health record and completes progress notes; completes shift reports.
Organizes the group rooms, meeting rooms, dining hall, etc.
Coordinates discharges in full consultation with the treatment and / or case management team.
Position Requirements
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
General knowledge of issues facing developmentally disabled clients; general knowledge of eligibility requirements and available support services; ability to communicate ideas effectively both orally and in writing; ability to conduct client interviews to obtain information; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients and associates.
Education and Experience
High school diploma or GED and some experience working with clients who have behavioral health disorders and / or intellectual disability, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Special Requirements
Valid driver's license in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
Ability to work weekends, variable shifts and holidays.
Basic typing and computer skills.
Qualifying technician staff will be eligible for a $1.5K sign-on bonus as defined by the terms and conditions of the approved sign-on bonus policy.
Full-Time / Part-Time
Full-Time
Open Date
2 / 5 / 2025
Close Date
About the Organization
Join the Fearless!
Richmond Behavioral Health Authority (RBHA) is licensed by the Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services and is the statutorily established public entity responsible for providing mental health, intellectual disabilities, substance abuse and prevention services to the citizens of the City of Richmond.
Our Mission :
RBHA promotes health, wellness, and recovery for the people and communities we serve.
Our Vision :
An inclusive, healthy community where individuals are inspired to reach their highest potential.
Our Values :
Equity / Innovation / Quality / Inclusion / Accessibility / Transparency / Compassion / Integrity
Creating Healthy Communities - One Person, One Family, One Community at a time.
RBHA is committed to providing behavioral health services to all Richmond residents regardless of race, color, gender, age, religion, disability, or national origin.
Services are provided directly by RBHA staff and through contracts with private providers in the community. Funding is received through fees from consumers, the Commonwealth of Virginia, the City of Richmond, and local and state grants.
Starting Salary Range
19.17
EOE Statement
Richmond Behavioral Health Authority 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, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This position is currently accepting applications.
Salary : $19
