Patient Care Tech (BHT)
About the role
The Patient Care Technician (PCT) is a member of the multi-disciplinary treatment team that provides direct care to behavioral health patients working under the medical direction of a Registered Nurse (RN) in person or telephonic. The primary focus is direct patient care as directed and delegated by the RN, Lead PCT, Operation Supervisor, Operations Administrator, or Program Manager. The PCT is also responsible for the safety of the unit they are assigned to, including identifying environmental and patient-specific safety concerns, and elevating those concerns to the RN, RN Manager, Operations Supervisor, or designee as needed.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED required
- Associate degree or higher preferred
- Minimum of 6 months of healthcare-related experience where prior experience would provide adequate exposure to both behavioral and medical crisis situations
- Minimum of six months of recovery from substance use and/or mental health disorders preferred
About Community Bridges, Inc. (CBI)
CBI is an integrated behavioral healthcare agency offering a variety of programs throughout Arizona, including residential, outpatient, inpatient, patient-centered medical homes, medication-assisted treatment, and crisis services to individuals experiencing crisis, opioid use disorder, homelessness, and mental illness. CBI is the premiere nonprofit fully integrated healthcare provider of substance use and behavioral health programs in Arizona, using cutting-edge, nationally recognized, evidence-based models.
CBI is experiencing tremendous growth and is recognized as one of the top ten healthiest mid-size employers in the Valley by The Phoenix Business Journal for the past four years. As an essential service provider, CBI values employee career growth through ongoing training, support, and professional development.
Benefits
- 5-week PTO plan
- Competitive compensation structure
- Work-life balance support
- Wide range of unique benefits
Work Environment
CBI is looking for driven and compassionate individuals who thrive in an upbeat and safe working environment. Our state-of-the-art facilities adhere to a “no wrong door” treatment approach, allowing staff to dramatically improve the quality of life for patients from all walks of life while maintaining dignity.