Behavioral Health Technician (51310)

Salary Range $15.00 - $15.00 Hourly

Position Type Full Time

Job Shift Graveyard

Education Level None

Travel Percentage None

Category Nonprofit - Social Services

Description

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 include those listed below.

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 culturally/linguistically 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;

• This role is primarily a night (3rd) shift role with infrequent/occasional daytime work required;

• Regular and prompt attendance is required throughout employment.