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Centerstone of Tennessee, Inc.

Behavioral Health Technician - PRN

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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.

$33,513 / year median in Tennessee

+21% projected growth

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Job Description

Centerstone is among the nation's leading nonprofit behavioral health systems with thousands of employees dedicated to delivering care that changes people's lives. A dynamic, well-established organization, we offer rewarding opportunities to serve all ages in a variety of settings. Come talk to us about joining the Centerstone team! Centerstone, a trauma-informed organization, endorses an organizational culture built on understanding, recognizing and responding to those affected by trauma to strengthen resilience for our clients, staff and community. Come talk to us about joining the Centerstone team!
JOB DESCRIPTION
SUMMARY
OF POSITION
Provides support and stabilization services to clients in the Walk-in Center and Crisis Stabilization Unit. Provides peer and crisis support services, information, education and support for clients. Promotes wellness, recovery and skill building through group and individual interventions.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Provides training and interventions in both group and individual settings, focusing on the improvement of the client's functioning and health-related issues. Obtains vital signs and reports results to nursing. Completes 15-minute safety checks. Provides assistance, supervision and interaction to client throughout work shift. Inventories, documents and secures client belongings. Ability to de-escalate clients using evidence-based de-escalation training, ie. Therapeutic Options, to include safety holds, as necessary. Use of basic technology, such as data entry and documentation of vital signs and shift notes. Obtains CPR, First Aid, and AED training to provide assistance to clients as needed.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
Effectively communicate via written, verbal, in person and virtual methods. Knowledge of community resources. Basic computer skills Skill in crisis intervention (preferred)
QUALIFICATIONS
Education Level High School diploma or equivalent; Certified peer recovery specialist preferred Years of Experience One year of relevant job experience required, preferably in mental related field. Education/experience equivalency may be considered upon approval. Certification/Licensure
N/A PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Standing
  • 20% Sitting
  • 80% Squatting
  • Occasional Kneeling
  • Occasional Bending
  • Occasional Driving
  • Occasional Lifting
  • Occasional
DISCLAIMER
The duties and responsibilities described in this document are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time, or the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands.
Time Type:
Part time
Pay Range:
$15.00
  • $21.
00 Delivering care that changes people's lives starts with our employees. Below are just some of the great benefits Centerstone employees enjoy: Medical, dental, and vision health coverage Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts 403b retirement plan with company match Paid time off and ten paid holidays AD&D Insurance, Life Insurance, and Long Term Disability (company paid) Employee Resource Groups Continuing education opportunities Employee Assistance Program Centerstone is an equal opportunity employer. Employment at Centerstone is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. We treat all clients and colleagues with dignity and respect. At Centerstone, we use our values as a guide for what we do. Respect, Expertise, Integrity and Empowerment are at the heart of every interaction at Centerstone, and particularly rooted in our Culture. Our approach to culture is to create an environment that encourages, supports and celebrates the voices and experiences of our employees. We are committed to a culture of empowerment, respect, integrity and expertise that powers our innovation and connects us to each other, our clients and the communities we serve. Centerstone is also committed to a strong culture of quality and safety, celebrating role-models who champion best practices for quality, clinical risk, and patient safety.