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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
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
SUMMARYOF 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/LicensureN/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 timePay Range:
$15.00- $21.