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Arkansas Children's Hospital
Behavioral Health Technician
Career Insights for Mental Health / Psychiatric Technician
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What they do
A Mental Health or Psychiatric Technician cares for patients with mental illnesses. Works under the direction of a physician and works with specialists involved in mental health care, such as psychiatrists and therapists. Monitors patient symptoms and administers medications. Works in a mental health facility or in a hospital or other healthcare facility.
$33,171 / year median in Arkansas
+17% projected growth
Job Description
ARKANSAS CHILDREN'S IS A TOBACCO FREE WORKPLACE. FLU VACCINES ARE REQUIRED. ARKANSAS CHILDREN'S IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WILL RECEIVE CONSIDERATION FOR EMPLOYMENT WITHOUT REGARD TO RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, NATIONAL ORIGIN, AGE, DISABILITY, PROTECTED VETERAN STATUS OR ANY OTHER CHARACTERISTIC PROTECTED BY FEDERAL, STATE, OR LOCAL LAWS.
This position has been designated as safety sensitive and cannot be filled by a candidate who is a current user of medical marijuana.CURRENT EMPLOYEES
Please apply via the internal career site by logging into your Workday Account (https://www.myworkday.com/archildrens/)and search the "" report.Work Shift:
Day Shift Time Type:
Part timeDepartment:
CC013125
Behavioral Health Summary:
Part Time, Saturday, Sunday 7a-7pSalary:
Most new hires start between $15.30- 19.
Additional Information:
The Behavioral Health Technician's primary function is to contribute to the health and well-being of the patient. The Behavioral Health Technician functions as an assistant to the team in providing constant safety observations, redirection/de-escalation, and care for a patient identified to be at risk to themselves and/or others.Required Education:
No education requirementsRecommended Education:
High school diploma or GED or equivalentRequired Work Experience:
2 years of relevant experience; HS Diploma or GED may substitute for 2 years of work experienceRecommended Work Experience:
Required Certifications:
Recommended Certifications:
Certified Behavioral Health Technician (CBHT)- Academy for Addiction Professionals, Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)
- Prometric, Mental Health Technician (CMHT)
- National Career Certification Board, Mental Health Technician
- National Career Certification Board, Registered Behavior Technician
- BACB
- Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB) Description 1.