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Wellspan Health

Behavioral Health Technician I

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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.

$37,021 / year median in Pennsylvania

+8% projected growth

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Job Description

WellSpan Health Keyword Location Search view all jobs Behavioral Health Technician I
  • Ephrata BHU
  • Days Ephrata, PA Posted 2 days ago Apply Now Job Identification 227382 Job Category Clinical Care Job Schedule Part time Job Shift Shift1
  • Day Locations 169 Martin Ave, Ephrata, PA, 17522, US Assignment Category Not Applicable FTE 0.
6 Job Description Part-time, Days 7am-3pm 48 hrs/2 weeks General Summary Assists the professional staff in the care of psychiatric patients. Facilitates the maintenance of the therapeutic environment in the psychiatric unit.
Responsibilities Duties and Responsibilities Essential Functions:
Provides care to patients in a manner that considers safety, comfort, and the therapeutic environment. Assists the team members in the care and evaluation of patients. Assists patients with activities of daily living. Checks patient's vital signs. Charts observations on assigned patients' vital signs in legible, accurate and appropriate format following hospital and unit procedures. May apply physical restraints or assist with placing a patient in seclusion under the direct supervision of the physician or RN.
Common Expectations:
Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span of the assigned patient population. Assesses and interprets patient age specific data and provides appropriate, age specific treatment. Provides direct patient care to assigned patient age group(s). Demonstrates a commitment to patient, visitor and staff by: complying with all applicable safety regulations; learning the impact of medical errors and methodology that will lead to reduction of errors; reporting actual and potential errors, as well as hazardous conditions; identifying opportunities to standardize processes and "error proof" systems that will lead to increased safety; and participating in safety education programs and root cause analyses as required. Maintains established policies and procedures, objectives, quality assessment, safety, environmental and infection control standards. Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, current literature, in-service meetings, and workshops. Provides outstanding service to all customers; fosters teamwork; and practices fiscal responsibility through improvement and innovation.
Qualifications Qualifications Minimum Education:
High School Diploma or GED Required Certificate Program Certified Nursing Assistant or some college level social science.
Preferred Work Experience:
Less than 1 year Relevant experience.
Required Licenses:
Basic Life Support Upon Hire Required Certified Nurse Aide Upon Hire Preferred Courses and Training:
Must provide clearance per the Child Protective Services Law amended by PA Act 33 of 1985.
Upon Hire Required Benefits Offered:
Comprehensive health benefits Retirement savings plan Paid time off (PTO) Education assistance Financial education and support, including DailyPay Expanded Paid Parental Leave For additional details: Benefits & Incentives | WellSpan Careers (joinwellspan.org) (https://www.joinwellspan.org/benefits/) Apply Now Active Filters Behavioral Health Tech... Ephrata, PA Clear All Powered By Cookie Policy We use cookies to improve your experience on our site. To find out more, read our privacy policy Accept Cookies Decline Cookies