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The Wayside House Inc
Behavioral Health Tech
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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.
$37,291 / year median in Minnesota
+19% projected growth
Job Description
Behavioral Health Tech The Wayside House Inc
- 4.0 Saint Louis Park, MN Job Details Part-time $17.50
- $22.
Qualifications Driver's License Full Job Description Behavioral Health Tech Job Summary Pay:
$17.50- $22 per hour Job description: Wayside's Inpatient Treatment Centers provide residential treatment that takes a holistic approach to recovery.
Shift:
We are looking for Full Time and Part time employees to work the following shifts at both locations in Saint Louis Park and Minneapolis. Days Evenings Overnights Weekend shiftsOnCall Responsibilities & Essential Functions:
Model behavior that is supportive to people in recovery from substance use disorder. Be available to clients seeking guidance or support. Respond appropriately to identify needs. Set boundaries with clients and educate them about facility rules. Supervise client activities. Respond to emergencies and effectively manage crisis. Record client data and information accordingly. Ensure all essential tasks are completed accurately and efficiently. Attend medication administration training to pass meds with RN approval. Administer medication when working as the med key holder. Collect urine specimens for drug screens and use breathalyzer, document findings. Complete admission and discharge procedures with clients. Chart and document necessary client information in EHR system. Uphold ethical standards of the program and reliable attendance. Maintain confidential client records.Perform routine support tasks:
filing, photocopying, and answering telephone calls. Transport clients to and from appointments, intake pickups, discharge drop offs, etc as needed. Ensure all passengers in the vehicle are compliant, safe and nonvolatile. Plan work tasks to coincide with programming requirements. Set priorities in monitoring clients, making rounds, documentation of pertinent information and completion of other assignments. Encourage clients to achieve their goals by functioning as a positive role model. Participate in client recreational activities with a positive attitude. Assist in food preparation, and household cleaning duties as needed. Punctual in reporting for work and shift change reports. Regular and punctual attendance is considered an essential function of this role. Maintain the buildings cleanliness. Prepare rooms for new and discharged clients. Perform additional duties as assigned. Qualifications & Skills Must be 18 years or older. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Organizational and excellent computer skills essential. Strong attention to detail. Ability to work on multiple tasks. Ability to relate to women of diverse economic and cultural backgrounds. Be able to demonstrate an ability to be responsive in an effective manner. Have a valid driver's license with a good driving record and must passMVR. CPR
certification, or be willing to get certified. Pass a background study through the MN DHS. No DUIs in last three years; No more than three moving violations/accidents. Education & Experience High School Diploma or GED Experience with mental health preferred. Experience working with families or pregnant and parenting women preferred. Experience working in a 24hour behavioral setting preferred. Knowledge and experience with Outlook, Word, and Excel. Physical Requirements Must be able to lift 25 lbs. Must be able to climb stairs.Job Type:
Full-time benefit eligible or part time non benefit eligibleBenefits:
Retirement plan- Employees who are 18+ years old and work at least 20 hours per week are eligible to participate upon hire and eligible for the 4% match after 1 year of employment and must be 21+ years old and work 1000 hours in the calendar year 403(b) 403(b) matching employer match (4% match eligible after 1 year of employment and 21+ years old and work at least 1000 hours in the calendar year) Benefits
- Full-time employees working 30 hours or more per week are eligible to enroll Health insurance a portion of the premium is paid by the employer Dental insurancepaid 100% by the employee Vision insurancepaid 100% by the employee Life insurance 50K Paid by Wayside for all full time employees Disability insurance, STD and LTD Paid by Wayside for all full time employees Voluntary Life, Hospital, Accident and Critical illness•paid 100% by the employee PTO Paid time off for full time employees and Sick and Safe time for part time employees Paid training Student loan forgiveness through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply.