Behavioral Health Technician

About the role

As a Behavioral/Mental Health Tech at Northeastern Nevada Regional Hospital, you'll provide direct patient care under the supervision of nursing staff, maintaining a safe and therapeutic environment.

Responsibilities

• Assists patients with performing activities of daily living.
• Provides or assists with providing direct patient care, diagnostic procedures, and therapeutic interventions.
• Observes and records patient behavior and activities.
• Reports any changes in physical, mental, or emotional condition to nursing staff and suggests modifications to the treatment plan.
• Provides crisis intervention with incoming calls and on the unit to maintain safety.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• CNA preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification must be obtained within 45 days of hire.
• Handle with Care (HWC) certification must be obtained within 45 days of hire.
• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Skills

• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Benefits

• Shift differential.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, plus flexible-spending and health-savings accounts.
• Competitive paid time off and extended illness bank package for full-time employees.
• Income-protection programs, such as life, accident, critical-injury insurance, short- and long-term disability, and identity theft coverage.
• Tuition reimbursement, loan assistance, and 401(k) matching.
• Employee assistance program, including mental, physical, and financial wellness.
• Professional development and growth opportunities.

Pay

$16.54 - $24.23 per hour

Schedule

Nights