Behavioral Healthcare Technician I (PM Shift)

General Description

The full-time Behavioral Healthcare Technician (BHT) I provides direct care and supportive services to patients in a behavioral health setting, ensuring a safe, clean, and therapeutic environment. Working under the supervision of clinical leadership, the BHT I assists with activities of daily living, monitors patient well-being, supports treatment planning, administers medications, and contributes to interdisciplinary care. The BHT plays a vital role in maintaining a culture of care and fostering positive behavioral and emotional outcomes for patients receiving treatment.

Essential Functions

• Patient Care & Support

• Assists patients with activities of daily living (ADLs)
• Provides personal care assistance to patients as needed
• Observes and influences patients’ behavior in a positive manner
• Support the clinical team through crisis intervention, case management, and coordination of patient treatment plans throughout treatment
• Collaborate with and assist doctors, psychologists, and rehabilitation therapists working with patients in order to treat, rehabilitate, and return patients to the community

• Medication Support & Health Monitoring

• Administer medications and treatments following the physician’s prescriptions
• Issue medications from the dispensary and maintain records in accordance with TPEG procedures
• Reports symptoms, reactions, and progress of patients to the Nurse Practitioner and/or Facility manager, and appropriate action has been taken
• Takes and records measures of the patient’s physical condition, using devices such as thermometers and blood pressure gauges
• Maintains a clean and sanitized environment, cleaning up spills, setting up equipment, and reducing the spread of germs and infection in the patient’s living area

• Nutrition & Meal Preparation

• Inventories food, labels and dates opened food items, labels food with expiration dates, organizes pantry and fridge, prepares grocery order, takes water and fridge/freezer temps
• Ensures that patients receive appropriate nutrition, including shopping for groceries and preparing meals

• Documentation & Communication

• Aid in maintaining patient records by reviewing case notes and documenting progress
• Communicate patient progress by participating in interdisciplinary meetings and daily briefings

• Professional Development & Improvement

• Initiates change to improve patient care; discusses changes with the doctor when appropriate
• Utilizes educational opportunities within the facility and other avenues to maintain clinical expertise to promote personal growth and development

• Supervision

• Assumes responsibility and accountability, including supervision of patients in the house

• Environment & Safety

• Ensures the safety of patients by consistently completing safety checks

Additional Functions

• Performs other duties as may be assigned
• Follows and supports TPEG policies and procedures
• Works collaboratively and cooperatively with internal and external partners
• Represents TPEG, Inc., by embodying the mission, vision, and values of the organization
• Travels occasionally during the workday and on occasional overnight stays. (Compensation for mileage, food, and lodging provided.)
• Maintains regular attendance at work and company activities and demonstrates punctuality regarding deadlines
• Displays creativity and vision in recommending new tactics and strategies
• Expands and updates job knowledge through educational opportunities and professional learning

Requirements

• Minimum Qualifications:

• Education: High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent
• Skills: Demonstrated ability to multitask, manage client care, and maintain facility standards
• Other Experience / Skills Required: Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Familiarity with equity and/or diversity initiatives within an organization
• Written and oral communication skills sufficient to perform essential functions
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with other staff, supervisors, managed health care clinicians, and medical/mental health professionals
• Demonstrated ability to make decisions independently and use initiative to accomplish complex assignments with general instruction and guidance
• Demonstrated ability to exercise judgment and integrity on the job with confidentiality, tact, and diplomacy
• Demonstrated ability to organize time and other resources to perform multiple tasks
• Demonstrated ability to complete work accurately and in a timely manner with attention to detail
• Demonstrated ability to work well with others and to provide effective team leadership
• Proficiency in word processing, database, and/or spreadsheet applications
• Physical and mental attributes sufficient to perform essential functions
• Demonstrated ability to recognize merit, excellence, and intelligence in staff and potential employees
• Valid Driver's License / Clean Driving Record

• Prior Experience:

• Medical Assisting certification, Certified Nursing Assistant certification
• Two (2) years of experience in Medical Detox, Pharmacy, SUD, Behavioral/Mental Health, EMT, or health services setting preferred