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Behavioral Health 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.
$34,978 / year median in North Carolina
+17% projected growth
Job Description
•Due to grant restrictions this facility is a female facility
•RHCC is currently recruiting for Behavioral Health Technicians for our 24-hour women only residential facility. The position requires the following during each assigned shift; 1. Monitoring medication administration and documenting as appropriate 2. Working holidays, weekends including Sundays 3. Ability to de-escalate situations between clients 4. Transporting clients using corporate vehicles multiple times during shifts 5. Maintaining documentation logs as required 6. Communicate and collaborate professionally with other staff. 7. Must be willing to work other shifts as assigned to fill in.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
At least twenty-one years old. Ability to work varied shifts. Clean driving record. Able to read, write, understand and follow directions. High School Diploma or GED Two years experience working in a Human Services field. Clear Healthcare Registry report.
ADDITIONAL TRAINING AND REQUIREMENTS
Therapeutic Behavioral Management (Nonviolent Crisis Intervention -NCI) Blood-borne Pathogens CPR First Aid Certification Medication Administration Client Rights Crisis Management Multi-cultural and gender specific issues Issues of substance abuse and the process of recovery
HIV/AIDS
Incident Reporting Sexually Transmitted Diseases Drug Screening Domestic Violence, sexual abuse, and sexual assault Confidentiality Therapeutic Parenting skills Dynamics and needs of emotionally disturbed and substance abusing individuals.
•Additional training may be required due to specific facility licensure requirements.
Pay:
From $12.00 per hour
Benefits:
Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance
Work Location:
In person