Behavioral Health Technician (BHT)

POSITION SUMMARY

In collaboration with the Lead BHT and BHT Manager, the Behavior Health Tech (BHT) is responsible for providing on-shift supervision of clients. The BHT must direct all shift activities in accordance with standards of State and Federal regulations as well as demonstrate sound management of company policies, in order to achieve overall goals of the business. The BHT is also responsible for motivating, mentoring and providing effective quality care for the clients.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS

COMPETENCIES:

· Analytical: This individual must be able to pay close attention to detail.

· Problem Solving: This individual identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner and gathers and analyzes information skillfully.

· Oral communication: This individual speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations, and conducts productive meetings.

· Judgment: This individual displays a willingness to make decisions, exercise discretion, exhibits sound and accurate judgment, and makes timely decisions.

· Planning/organizing: This individual prioritizes and plans work activities, uses time efficiently and develops realistic action plans.

· Adaptability: This individual demonstrates the ability and flexibility to changes in the work environment.

· Safety and security: This individual observes safety and security procedures and uses equipment and materials properly. Follows Infection Control guidelines at all times.

· Confidentiality: This individual does not discuss specific or general information about a client or BHC’s Policies and Procedures with anyone other than a current BHC’s employee.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and BASIC DUTIES:

· Oversees client’s daily activities.

· Agrees and follows all rules outlined in the BHT Manual.

· Orients clients to the treatment facility and the rules of the program.

· Knowledge of all HIPAA guidelines and DCF and Joint Commission regulations regarding client’s information, including but not limited to keeping client and company information and procedures confidential.

· Follows Infection Control Guidelines at all times.

· Provides supervision of Medication Pass.

· Conducts per policy Urine Drug Screens.

· Conducts 15 minute checks on all clients.

· Demonstrates knowledge of emergency procedures; has the ability to communicate these procedures clearly and accurately.

· Ensures clients adhere to the Daily Schedule, and assists with getting clients to a specific location.

· Ensures clients are prepared for discharge.

· Ensures linens are prepared for remaking of beds, and remakes all beds for discharging clients.

· Assists with facilitating any bed changing that may occur during a client’s stay.

· Facilitates client’s rules and responsibilities. Reports non-compliance to Lead BHT.

· Transports clients in a company vehicle, when necessary.

· Ensures Communication Log Book is completed each shift.

· Conducts groups a back-up for the therapists, when necessary.

· Performs all duties delegated by Lead BHT and BHT Manager.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Evening shift
• Morning shift
• Night shift

Work Location: In person