Behavioral Health Technician

Summary

The Behavioral Health Technician's primary function is to contribute to the health and well-being of the patient. The Behavioral Health Technician functions as an assistant to the team in providing constant safety observations, redirection/de-escalation, and care for a patient identified to be at risk to themselves and/or others.

Required Education

No education requirements

Required Work Experience

• 2 years of relevant experience
• HS Diploma or GED may substitute for 2 years of work experience

Behavioral Health Technician

This position has been designated as safety sensitive and cannot be filled by a candidate who is a current user of medical marijuana.

Description

• Maintains documentation of a patient’s mood, mental sharpness, sleeping patterns, eating habits and overall function to support patient and employee safety.
• Maintains direct observation and documentation of patient’s vital statistics.
• Recognizes and reports early signs of escalation to patient care team.
• Communicates effectively with the treatment team to ensure safe, quality care is provided.
• Responds appropriately and safely to dangerous behavior.
• Applies evidence-based de-escalation techniques and strategies.
• Completes patient care (may include V/S, I&O's, heights, weights, head circumference, ADL's and other patient care related assignments) in a safe, efficient and timely manner as delegated by licensed nursing staff to the RN.
• Affords assistance in maintaining a clean, safe, and orderly patient/department environment.
• Affords assistance in admission, transfer and discharge of patients as directed by licensed staff.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Additional Information

• Salary: Most new hires start between $15.30-$19.10 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications.