Behavioral Health Technician - Acute (PRN) SummitStone Health Partners - 2.9 Fort Collins, CO Job Details Full-time | PRN $24.04 - $33.66 an hour 14 hours ago Benefits 403(b) matching Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance 403(b) Paid sick time Qualifications CPR Certification BLS Certification High school diploma or

GED Driver's License First Aid Certification Driving Full Job Description Behavioral Health Technician Salary Range:

$24.04 - $33.66/hour, based on relevant years of experience

Location:

Fort Collins, Colorado at our Longview campus

Status:

PRN (on call)

Hours:

12 hour shifts Employees working at locations operating 24/7 earn a differential. Shift differentials are also available for evenings, nights ($7 per hour), weekends and holidays. The salary range for this position is SummitStone's good faith belief and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation for this position at the time of the posting. SummitStone may ultimately offer more or less than the posted range. The compensation offered to the successful applicant may vary based on factors including the applicant's education, training, skills, experiences, and other job-related information and how relevant those are to SummitStone's needs, aspirations, organizational priorities, and the evolving needs and delivery of services to the community that it serves.

Role Overview:

Responsible for providing direct care, supervision, and support to patients in our acute care units. Assist with daily activities including meals, personal hygiene, and engagement in clinical activities. Help to maintain a safe and therapeutic environment while monitoring patient well-being alongside medical and clinical teams, which includes patient de-escalation when necessary. Observe and document patient behaviors, assisting with admissions and discharges, and completing regular safety checks. Participate in patient rounds as part of multi-disciplinary team and documenting regularly in patient charts. Help maintain overall safety of the milieu, responding to emergency codes, and escorting patients to treatment and other areas of the facility as needed.

Essential Duties:

Help create and maintain a structured and therapeutic environment for patients with mental health and substance use conditions. Help clients complete intake paperwork and get oriented to rules/activities of the unit. Observe and record patient behaviors, progress, and other pertinent information, reporting it to medical and clinical teams. Resolve conflicts between clients and de-escalate clients as needed. Assist patients with daily living activities, such as meals, personal hygiene, and engagement in therapeutic activities. Create and maintain a trauma-informed and therapeutic environment for every client.

Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma or completion of G.E.D. required At least one year of experience working in behavioral health setting or programs required

Licenses and Certifications:

Valid Colorado driver's license or the ability to obtain one within 30 days of hire; must maintain a clean driving record. Position may involve safely transporting clients to appointments, community activities, and partner agency locations. Basic Life Support, CPR and First Aid certifications required at time or hire or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire required Current Certification as a Certified Addiction Specialist (CAS) or Certified Addiction Technician (CAT) in Colorado preferred

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in health/human services preferred Demonstrated experience working in a community-based behavioral health setting, providing direct support or services to individuals with mental health and/or substance use challenges preferred Bilingual/bi-cultural preferred SummitStone will take into consideration a combination of an applicant's education, training, skills, experiences, and other job-related information and how relevant those are to SummitStone's needs, aspirations, organizational priorities, and the evolving needs and delivery of services to the community that it serves. The position posting describes the minimum and preferred qualifications for position and, beyond those, the candidate is responsible for making a compelling case in support of their application. Longview Campus is the new Acute Care Behavioral Health facility which serves Larimer County residents in need of urgent help with mental health and/or substance use disorders. SummitStone has the privilege of partnering closely with Larimer County on this venture. For more information click HERE. At SummitStone Health Partners, we strive to foster trust, empower recovery, and inspire hope to strengthen and enrich our Northern Colorado community. We need your help to make this vision a reality. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone can be their authentic self. We actively seek team members with a variety of backgrounds, identities, and experiences, and we honor the whole self—embracing differences in race, ethnicity, ability, age, gender, sexual orientation, spiritual beliefs, socioeconomic status, language, and the many intersections of identity. We invite everyone to be part of our journey and proudly serve as an equal opportunity employer. Please visit summitstone.org for more information about who we are. Total Rewards At SummitStone Health Partners, we are proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support the well-being of our team members. Eligibility and pro-rated benefit levels are based on FTE (full-time equivalent) status. Below are some of the benefits we offer: Medical, dental, and vision coverage — including options for eligible dependents Mental health and wellness resources Short-term and long-term disability insurances Paid time off (PTO): Accrued vacation and personal leave based on FTE status and length of service

Paid Sick Leave:

Provided in accordance with the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act (HFWA) A range of voluntary benefits available to all employees 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching contributions Health & Safety Requirement All employees are required to receive an annual flu vaccination or have an approved exemption in place and wear a mask during flu season Reach Out SummitStone will provide persons with disabilities with reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or selection process, please let your recruiter know. Questions? Please email us at . This position will be open for a minimum of three days and/or until a top candidate is identified.