Behavioral Health Technician
Job Description
Job Description
Job Overview :
The Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) must exhibit strong ability to coordinate and implement behavioral health services in a Residential facility.
The BHT MUST be knowledgeable of adolescent mental health / substance abuse issues and complexities. Has the ability to problem solve and effectively communicate with compassion to team members and residents.
This is a small residential facility that service adolescents with trauma, substance abuse and co-occurring conditions. GREAT WORK ENVIRONMENT.
Only serious candidates who love working with Adults.
Education / Experience :
Must meet the following combinations of Education and Experience
1-2 years experience as BHT.
Key Responsibilities :
Execute and oversee the Approved daily living routine (i.e. : group sessions, activities, events, chores, appointments, etc.
for Elevate clients, seeking prior approval before making any changes.
- Attend to the physical, emotional, and medical needs of clients.
- Ensure health and safety standards are maintained.
- Complete random room checks
- Conduct random or when usage expected UA’s and drug screening
- Administer medication to clients per Policies & Procedures.
- Additional daily duties will include, but are not limited to transporting clients, preparing meals in accordance with posted menu, maintenance, cleanliness, and upkeep of the group home.
- Offers consistent and predictable approach to clients’ behavior through emotional warmth, affection, and support.
- Assist resident in developing coping skills for all feelings.
- Facilitate at least 1-2 psycho-education groups a day.
- Monitor residents treatment groups and weekly social activities.
- Follow up with Lead BHT and Behavioral Health Professional regarding client needs.
- Participate in inspection process and follow up on assigned needs.
- Follow-up on assigned facilities Incident Reports.
- Responsible for regular correspondence with client team members, including, but not limited to case managers, Behavioral Health Professional, Probation Offices, and Therapist.
Skilled Requirements :
1. Ability to communicate effectively and work in a team environment.
2. Maintain confidentiality of information.
3. A valid Arizona Driver’s License
4. Current and valid level 1 DPS Fingerprint Clearance card.
5 : Current and valid Cpr / First Aid Card
6 : Negative TB Test
Current Shift :
Monday-Friday 2 : 00 PM- 10 : 00PM
Monday-Friday 6 : 00AM-2 : 00PM
Friday-Sunday 6 : 00PM-6 : 00AM
Friday-Sunday 6 : 00AM-6 : 00PM
Any offer of employment is contingent upon a successful verification of driving records, employment, education, and criminal background search.'