Behavioral Health Technician- Child/Adolscent Unit

Behavioral Health Technician

• Child/Adolscent Unit Essentia Health
• 3.3 Duluth, MN Job Details Part-time $22.77
• $33.

86 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Qualifications Youth recreational activities facilitation Patient treatment planning Collaborate with healthcare professionals TJC Patient assessment Working with pediatric populations Working with geriatric patients Assisting medical staff Emotional support for patients Mental health facility experience Psychology Safe environment creation Emotional safety support Adolescents Wellness activities for care recipients Social services 1 year Patient treatment Care plan implementation Activity planning for children Group home experience Geriatrics Entry level

Full Job Description Job Description:

This position assists with assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of selected technical aspects of patient care under direct supervision of the Charge RN, Assistant Head Nurse, Nurse Manager and/or the Director, to meet the requirements of the Joint Commission and other applicable federal, state and local regulatory or accrediting agencies as well as meeting the goals and mission of the department. Provides direct and indirect care for adolescent to geriatric patients to aid meeting the patients' needs as directed. Provides patients with activity opportunities appropriate to their ages and abilities and related to their plan for care, either individually and/or in group settings.

Education Qualifications:

1 year experience working with persons with mental health symptoms or related applicable experience OR Degree in social services related field OR Residential/Group Home experience. For positions in the

Child/Adolescent Unit:

The experience needed is Residential/Group Home experience or Child/Adolescent experience in a mental health setting. Completed psychology courses

• preferred What You'll Get to

Do:

Assist with the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care under the direct supervision of nursing leadership Support both direct and indirect care for patients ranging from adolescents to geriatrics Ensure patient care practices meet Joint Commission standards and other regulatory guidelines Collaborate with the care team to help meet departmental goals and the organization's mission Facilitate age-appropriate individual and group activities aligned with each patient's care plan Promote a supportive and safe environment that addresses each patient's physical, emotional, and social needs

Licensure/Certification Qualifications:

Certification/Licensure Requirements:

Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification within 1 month of hire. (This does not apply to department 2010-2194290 AMBERWING

• AMB) Complete de-escalation training within 6 weeks of hire if no previous de-escalation training or has not had a de-escalation training/refresher within the past 1 calendar year Employee Benefits at

Essentia Health:

At Essentia Health, we're committed to supporting your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs. We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs. To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Please note that benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at (218) 576-0000.

Job Location:

Building D

• Miller Dwan Medical Center

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EH Duluth Shift Rotation:

Day/Night Rotation (United States of America)

Shift Start/End:

0700/2300/1500/0730

Hours Per Pay Period:

64

Compensation Range:

$22.77

• $33.

86 / hour

Union:

USWA Technical Workers SMMC (UTECH)

FTE:

0.8

Weekends:

Rotating