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POSITION

Behavioral Health Technician

SUPERVISED BY

Lead BHT Supervisor We are a reputable behavioral health company with a primary mental health facility that is looking for some assistance in operations . The BHT position at our company will help clients in their daily activities and ensure a safe, clean environment of care.

Shifts:

OVERNIGHTS

Thursday-Friday 11p-7am Saturday/Sunday 7pm-7am Off Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday

SPECIFIC AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY TO POSITION

• Collects urine specimens for drug screens and pregnancy tests, takes vital signs; accurately records the results in the medical record and reports results to nursing.
• Anticipates and responds to client needs, including crisis intervention, and restores and maintains a safe, secure environment.
• Assists clients with participation in therapeutic and recreational activities.
• Observes clients (inpatient) every 15 - 30 minutes and documents findings on observation records. Performs room safety checks every shift and provides 1 to 1 observation as assigned.
• Through direct care, observation, and communication with the client collects and documents behavioral, physical, and other clinical data in shift reports.
• Reports changes in behavior, safety concerns, and crisis situations and seeks assistance from a supervisor or treatment team (nurse, clinician, provider).
• Completes searches of clients and belongings upon admission and random searches as needed for safety.
• Assists with the intake process for new clients and orients them to the facility.
• Assists with AMA interventions (leaving treatment against medical advice) when needed.
• Completes incident reports for all safety and security events and near misses.
• Provides emotional support to clients.
• Always maintains the confidentiality of patient records and complies with all state and federal confidentiality laws.
• Transports clients to and from clinical services, housing, specialists, outside appointments, peer recovery meetings/support groups, etc. as needed.
• Maintains an effective and courteous working relationship with patients and other staff members through the use of appropriate interpersonal skills.
• Provides information to clients about their rights and responsibilities, including grievance procedures.
• Develops and maintains appropriate boundaries with clients and complies with the "Code of Ethical Conduct".
• Completes all required trainings at the time of hire and annually.
• Assists with other tasks as needed and within the documented level of competency.
• Adhere to organizational standards, policies, and procedures, and legal regulations.

Qualifications:

• A strong desire to help others
• Basic computer skills to log data and perform other administrative tasks
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Patience with good listening and reasoning skills, including the ability to remain calm in high stress situations
• Positive attitude, shows compassion to clients
• Time management skills
• Excellent judgment and discretion handling confidential information
• Flexibility and adaptability

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

License/Certification:

drivers license (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Mountainside, NJ 07092 (Required)

Work Location:

In person