Behavioral health technician Jobs in Fayetteville, NC

Position Summary :

This individual will provide behavioral health support to residents of long term care facilities under the supervision of a licensed professional. They may receive training in a broad range of assessments and interventions that will support treatment specified in individual care plans. Regional travel will be required.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

The following duties and responsibilities generally reflect the expectations of this position but are not intended to be all inclusive, other duties may be assigned :

• Conduct assessments that include the behavioral and social needs of the patients
• Meet with families and facility staff to coordinate care as recommended by licensed professionals
• Assess the patient's knowledge of their clinical condition and provide education and self-management support
• Provide outreach to clients who are having problems with treatment adherence
• Assist in the development of the individual goals and behavioral health treatment plan
• Coordinate with other agencies and community providers
• Maintain timely documentation of work
• Serve as an active member of the behavioral health treatment team

Education and / or Certifications :

Skills and Qualifications :

Physical Requirements : The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the job.

Work Environment : The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the job.

Consistent with applicable federal and state laws, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

This description reflects the Company's assessment of the essential functions of the job but does not proscribe or restrict other tasks that may be assigned from time to time. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.