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Behavioral Health Technician

Georgia StaffingBarnesville, GA, US

Hace 15 días

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Behavioral Health Technician

Job Location : Barnesville - 700 Veterans Pkwy - Barnesville, GA

Position Type : Full Time

Education Level : High School

Salary Range : $15.00 - $15.00 Hourly

Travel Percentage : Up to 25%

Job Shift : Day

Job Category : Nonprofit - Social Services

Position Summary : The Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) supervises program residents under the guidance of the Lead Behavioral Health Technician(s). The BHT acts as a role model for residents, demonstrating professional behaviors and having regular positive interactions that align with WestCares ethical standards.

Essential Job Functions :

Monitors designated residents under the direction of the Program Director, reporting unusual changes as they occur;
Facilitates mentoring, discipline, safety, and shift / overnight observation of residents;
Completes support documentation, providing information to third parties as required;
Utilizes approved crisis intervention techniques to assist with de-escalation of situations, ensuring resident, staff, and visitor safety;
Implements the behavioral / level system where applicable;
Participates in 24 / 7 coverage by working a flexible schedule, properly tracking hours worked, and consistently arriving to scheduled shifts on time;
Transports residents to work, school, and / or required meetings / appointments as required;
Monitors resident whereabouts to be sure they remain on the property, or have appropriate paperwork needed to leave the property;
Assists in the implementation of recreational activities for residents, participating where appropriate;
Ensures the facility is kept clean and in working order;
Ensures resident medication is processed upon admission and given on time, in accordance with procedure;
Documents incidents accurately and in a timely manner, using WestCares Incident Reporting system;
Embraces and embodies the mission, vision, guiding principles, clinical vision and goals of WestCare Foundation;
Performs any other duties as assigned.

Qualifications :

Certifications / Licensures :

Relevant certification(s) and / or licensure preferred; Preference will be given certified candidates;

Active CPR Certification preferred at the time of hire;

Valid drivers license and the ability to obtain and maintain WestCares vehicle insurance is required.

Education :

Graduation from an accredited four-year college with a degree in Counseling, Criminal Justice, Social Work, Psychology or other field related to the position is preferred;

High School Diploma or equivalent is required.

Experience and Competencies :

At least one (1) year of experience working in a behavioral health setting or similar position required;

Ability to analyze situations and develop appropriate responses or techniques required;

Excellent communication skills are required;

Ability to exercise good judgment and discretion required;

Ability to work well in a team environment required;

Adherence to the highest standard of ethical conduct, especially to standards governing confidentiality required;

Ability to work a flexible schedule in a fast-paced environment;

Professional appearance and demeanor required;

Knowledge of the principles, procedures, techniques, trends, and literature related to prevention and substance abuse preferred;

Must be sensitive to populations served.

Working Conditions :

Work is primarily performed in a residential treatment setting;

Some outdoor activities travel between multiple locations may be required;

Regular and prompt attendance is required throughout employment.

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Behavioral Health Technician • Barnesville, GA, US