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Belmont Pines Hospital
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.
$34,966 / year median in Ohio
+21% projected growth
Job Description
$500 Sign on Bonus Minimum Start rate $16 an hour - base rate is based on experience and may be more than minimum Shift Differential up to $3 hour may apply based on shift Experience in behavioral health or related field required. Experience with children preferred. Excellent Opportunity with Great Benefits! Open Interviews Every Wednesday 10am - 2pm Apply Today! The Behavioral Counseling Technician (BCT) functions as an active part of the treatment team, providing continuous patient care, supervision, interaction, and role modeling to patients ranging in age from preschool through adolescent depending on which unit worked. Behavioral Counseling Technicians work under the direction of a Registered Nurse.