Behavioral Health Technician - PRN

Job Title

Under the supervision of nursing staff, provides direct patient care and assists with maintaining a safe and therapeutic environment.

Reports to : Senior Behavioral Health Director

FLSA : Non-exempt

Certifications : Basic Life Support (BLS); Handle with Care (HWC)

License : CNA Preferred

Required Skills : Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Essential Functions :

• Assist patients with performing activities of daily living.
• Provides or assists with providing direct patient care, diagnostic procedures and therapeutic interventions.
• Observes and records patient behavior and activities.
• Reports any changes in physical, mental or emotional condition to nursing staff and suggests modifications to the treatment plan.
• Provides crisis intervention with incoming calls and on the unit to maintain safety.

Non-Essential Functions :

EEOC Statement :

National Park Medical Center 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.