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Behavioral Health Technician

Behavioral Health Technician

Odyssey Behavioral HealthcareVenice, CA, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Behavioral Health Technician

Now hiring Full time PM and Overnight, and PRN shifts!

Who We Are : Since 2000, Clearview Treatment Programs has offered individualized evidence-based treatment for adults suffering from mental health disorders, including borderline personality disorder (BPD), and substance use disorders, with an emphasis in dialectical behavior therapy (DBT). Our southern California facilities provide an environment that's ideal for healing and transformation. We offer a specialized full continuum of care with residential centers and outpatient treatment options, allowing clients to enter at the level of treatment that is best for long-lasting recovery.

$21.00 - $25.00 per hour (depending on experience, education, and certifications)

How You Will Contribute : Behavioral Health Technicians (BHT) interact with clients throughout the shift, assists and supports clients with functionally needs. Behavioral Health Technicians are responsible for managing the daily milieu of the facility, ensuring the safety of clients, and maintaining a therapeutic environment. BHTs are expected to familiarize themselves with the histories and needs of the clients and be capable of identifying cues and behaviors that may indicate a change in clients' status or condition. Position is responsible for documenting in the client records and communicating proactively with clinical team members and supervisor(s).

Relationships and Contacts :

Within the organization : Maintains frequent and close working relationships with program staff and facility team members throughout the organization.

Outside the organization : Initiates and maintains strong professional relationships with clients and families, clinical providers, referral partners and vendors, as needed.

What We Offer :

  • Collaborative environment dedicated to clinical excellence
  • Multiple Career Development Pathways
  • Company Supported Continuing Education & Certification
  • Multiple Health Plan Design Options Available
  • Flexible Dental & Vision Plan Options
  • 100% Company Paid EAP Emotional Well-Being Support
  • 100% Company Paid Critical Illness (with health enrollment plan)
  • 100% Company Paid Life & ADD
  • 401K with Company Match
  • Company-Sponsored HSA, FSA, & DSA Tax Savings Accounts
  • Generous Team Member Referral Program
  • Parental Leave

Essential Responsibilities :

  • Collaborates with clinical team to determine / select appropriate interventions based on the needs of individual clients.
  • Actively participates and engages clients in the milieu and outside activities throughout the workday, often in a variety of group settings.
  • Prompts clients to complete ADLs, including clean room, hygiene, laundry, etc., and completes regular room hygiene checks.
  • Conducts client drug screening, pregnancy tests, and breathalyzers, as necessary.
  • Prompts clients to attend all meals in a timely manner and provides supervision and structure at mealtimes as appropriate.
  • Models effective table manners and small talk during mealtimes, focusing on engaging all clients.
  • Provides, structures, and maintains a therapeutic environment in collaboration with other staff.
  • Therapetically interacts with the client in one-to-one situations, community, and group meetings, maintaining appropriate boundaries and modeling appropriate social behavior.
  • Collaborates with clinical team to facilitate client education groups.
  • Reacts therapeutically in crisis situations.
  • Recognizes client's level of behavioral functioning and modifies approaches accordingly to include recognizing mood changes and developing DBT coping skills.
  • Maintains therapeutic relationship with clients using praise and other reinforcers to encourage appropriate behaviors and attitudes, setting limits in a kind and firm manner.
  • Documents in accordance with policies and procedures services provided, incident reports, shift reports, group and milieu notes in a timely and accurate manner.
  • Complies with the facility safety procedures as outlined in the policy and procedure manual to include fire drills, evacuation procedures, and internal / external disaster plan.
  • Demonstrates effective verbal intervention skills in managing escalating clients and involving other staff as needed.
  • Adheres to DBT model and interventions.
  • Performs a vehicle safety and fuel check prior to use of any company vehicle, reporting any concerns to supervisor or manager.
  • Supports clients in effectively managing leisure time, including joining in activities with clients.
  • Greet all guests warmly and friendly.
  • Follows through with clinical precautions effectively, including visual clinical observations.
  • Answer phone and field calls in an upbeat and positive manner, focusing on customer service.
  • Transport clients to appointments, supporting client while regulating in community.
  • Identifies and recognizes triggers for escalation with each client, and utilize de-escalation techniques, focusing on prevention of crisis.
  • Gathers clients for outings and groups to promote program engagement.
  • Supports medication compliance and management of client self-administration.
  • Prepares for client admissions to all levels of care including but not limited to ensuring room is prepared, completes intake documentation, ensures all medications are documented and stored.
  • Conducting client belonging search, inventory and notifying therapist of any contraband.
  • Supports discharge processes, as needed.
  • A valid Driver's license and a generally clean driving record are required. Employees may be required to drive personal or company vehicles. State licensing DHS and DSS prohibit individuals with specific criminal charges, such as pending Livescan fingerprint checks. Exemptions offered. The following screenings will be conducted after the conditional offer : Drug screening, Criminal history background check, Live scan fingerprint check, Motor vehicle report, TB Test, Pre - Hire Physical, Education and work history verification.

    What We Are Seeking :

  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred, drug and alcohol certification preferred, or a willingness to complete requirements within the orientation period. Requires 1+ year experience working with clients with substance abuse and / or mental health issues.
  • Current CPR and First Aid Certification, or willingness to complete within the first 30 days of employment.
  • Must complete the RADT certification process within the first 30 days of employment.
  • Commitment to maintain continuing education requirements for certification.
  • Other Requirements :

  • Clearance of TB test, fingerprinting, and state clearance, and any other mandatory state / federal requirements
  • A valid Driver's license and a generally clean driving record are required. Employees may be required to drive personal or company vehicles.
  • State licensing DHS and DSS prohibit individuals with specific criminal charges, conducted by Livescan fingerprint checks. Exemptions offered.
  • While at work, it is reasonably expected as part of the role that Clearview employees may take clients to doctor's appointments, to the airport, retrieve from the airport, and various outings. This transportation is done with the company's vehicles, never personal vehicles. For this reason and for safety protocols in the event of an emergency, all employees are required to be legally able to operate a motor vehicle as outlined by our Vehicle Policy.

    For cash compensation, we set standard ranges for all U.S.-based roles based on function, level, and geographic location, benchmarked against companies of similar size within the behavioral healthcare industry. To be compliant with local legislation, as well as to provide greater transparency to candidates, we share salary ranges on all job postings regardless of desired hiring location. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors, including geographic location as well as candidate experience and expertise, and may vary from the amounts listed above.

    Clearview Treatment Programs provides equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, ethnicity, sex, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, genetic information, service in the military, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Equal employment opportunity applies to all terms and conditions of employment. Clearview Treatment Programs reserves the right to modify, interpret, or apply this job description in any way the organization desires. This job description in no way implies that these are the only duties, including essential duties, to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities. This job description is not an employment contract, implied or otherwise. The employment relationship remains "At will."

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