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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.
$37,021 / year median in Pennsylvania
+8% projected growth
Job Description
Behavioral Health Technician Beacon Point Recovery Center - 3.1 Philadelphia, PA Job Details Full-time 15 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Vision insurance Opportunities for advancement Qualifications High school diploma or GED Productivity software
Full Job Description Beacon Point Recovery Center:
Position Title:
Behavioral Health Technician Behavioral Health Technician Job description: The Behavioral Health Technician is an integral member of the team with extensive patient contact. They provide communication between the patients, medical staff and clinicians. Excellent patient care includes preparation of charts for case management, assisting the medical staff with vitals and ensuring patient needs are met in a timely and proficient manner.
Behavioral Health Technician Duties/Responsibilities:
Completion of intakes on new patient admissions, orientation procedures and schedules Document attendance for all groups Recording inventory log of patient's personal belongings and valuables Interact appropriately with patients and staff, using deescalating skills when necessary
Behavioral Health Technician Requirements:
High School Diploma or GED Knowledge of addiction and mental health a plus Experience with Microsoft office products
Behavioral Health Technician Schedule:
Full Time - 3 nights/week Night shift; 7:00pm-7:00am Must be open to Rotating weekends
Behavioral Health Technician Compensation:
Hourly rate competitive with experience and location Night and weekend differential when applicable Full time employees may be eligible for the following:
Insurance:
Medical, Dental, Vision, and STD options Medical FSA and Dependent Care Account Accrued Paid Time Off (PTO) Education reimbursement Career Advancement Opportunities
•This job does NOT sponsor visa's and we are unable to consider out of country applicants
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