Behavioral Health Technician
Schedule
Full-time | day shift | In-person
Location
Galax, VA
Hourly Range
$14.41 - $17.79 p/hr.
About Twin County Regional Healthcare
TCRH is a 141-bed acute care hospital that has been offering exceptional care to the Twin County community for over 52 years. We are proud to be recognized by the Joint Commission's Gold Seal of Approval, Leapfrog Safety Grade A, Meaningful User of Technology-Recognized by CMS, Gold Standard for Stroke by the American Heart Association, and Chest Pain Center Accreditation from the American College of Cardiology.
About the Behavioral Health Unit
Join the BHU Team, where we're growing together! Our 12-bed unit provides adult, acute behavioral health treatment. With plans to expand the service, there's plenty of room for professional growth as we grow our team culture!
Why Join Us
We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:
- Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as tailored benefit options for part-time and PRN employees, and more.
- Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave, and paid time off.
- Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance, and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
- Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services, and discount programs).
- Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
Position Summary
As a Behavioral Health Technician, under the supervision of nursing staff, will provide direct patient care and assist with maintaining a safe and therapeutic environment.
How You'll Contribute
- 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.
- Assist in meeting the needs of behavioral health patients.
- Maintain constant direct observation and visualization of identified patient(s).
- Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- 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.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 45 days of hire.
- Handle with Care (HWC) within 45 days of hire.
- CNA licenses preferred.
- Behavioral Health experience preferred.