Behavioral Health Tech

Essential Functions

• Provides direct patient care, assisting with daily activities, therapeutic interventions, and monitoring patient behavior, emotional state, and safety needs (every 15 minutes).
• Observes, documents, and reports patient behaviors, responses to interventions, and any changes in mental or physical status to the healthcare team.
• Affords assistance in implementing individualized treatment plans under the direction of behavioral health professionals, ensuring compliance with prescribed therapies and interventions.
• Engages patients in structured activities and therapeutic programming, encouraging participation in group discussions, skill-building exercises, and coping strategies.
• Responds effectively to crisis situations, de-escalating conflicts and implementing safety interventions in accordance with facility protocols.
• Safeguards a safe and therapeutic environment by following established safety procedures, conducting room checks, and preventing elopement or self-harm incidents.
• Affords assistance with vital signs monitoring, specimen collection, and documentation of clinical data as required by facility guidelines.
• Collaborates with nurses, therapists, and other healthcare providers to support patient progress and address behavioral or medical concerns.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of experience in a behavioral health, mental health, or healthcare setting required.
• Experience working with patients with psychiatric disorders, developmental disabilities, or substance use disorders preferred.
• Understanding of mental health disorders, crisis intervention techniques, and therapeutic approaches.
• Strong observation and documentation skills to accurately report patient behavior and responses to interventions.
• Ability to remain calm and professional in high-stress situations, using effective de-escalation and conflict-resolution skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills to engage, motivate, and support individuals with behavioral health needs.
• Knowledge of safety protocols, infection control practices, and patient rights regulations.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.