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Roots Renewal Ranch

PRN Behavioral Health Tech

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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.

$33,378 / year median in Texas

+15% projected growth

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PRN Behavioral Health Tech Roots Renewal Ranch - 3.0 Argyle, TX Job Details Part-time 2 hours ago Qualifications High school diploma or GED Emotional support for patients Working with individuals with mental health conditions Patient interaction Working with individuals with substance use disorders Full Job Description About Roots Adolescent Renewal Ranch Roots Adolescent Renewal Ranch is a 90-day, residential dual diagnosis treatment center in Argyle TX, with a population focus of females ages 13-17. We are dedicated to assessing and treating the whole child - biologically, psychologically, socially and spiritually. We believe that a comprehensive treatment approach to mental health and substance use, in which our clients and team dig much deeper than the presenting symptoms, produces the most effective and long-lasting results. Our individualized program includes a myriad of assessments, individual and group dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), mindfulness in recovery substance use curriculum, trauma therapy, topic-specific group therapy, life skills, outdoor and wilderness experience, art therapy, music therapy, equine therapy, narrative therapy, family therapy, education and remote learning, and an extended aftercare program, among many other impactful components. We strongly believe that our relationship-centered approach (rather than punitive), immersive family systems element, future-focused education program, and extensive aftercare program are significant pieces necessary in preparing our clients for renewal and lifelong recovery. About the role The Care Coordinator at Roots Adolescent Renewal Ranch supports adolescent females ages 13-17 in a 90-day residential dual diagnosis program. This role involves supervising daily activities, ensuring safety, assisting with therapeutic and recreational programming, teaching life skills, and maintaining a supportive, healing environment. Ideal candidates are compassionate, dependable, and committed to helping teens achieve lasting recovery and growth. What you'll do Assist with the supervision of clients in their daily activities. Ensure that the clients follow the clinical schedule and communicate any issues to the treatment team. Make continuous rounds of the facility, rooms, and grounds, to ensure overall safety. Seek out contraband and report any suspicions or findings immediately to supervisor. Be proactive in ensuring that the rules of the facility and the rights of the patient are being upheld. Communicate and/or resolve issues with housekeeping duties, and upkeep of buildings and grounds. Assist program staff members with recreation, art, music and adventure-based activities. Assist in monitoring and managing client community as a therapeutic milieu. Assist in de-escalation and management of crises and perform CPR and basic first aid as needed. Document pertinent clinical information into electronic client records. Ensure that a welcoming, safe and healing environment is maintained for each patient and family throughout the continuum of care. Supervise and provide life skill training to include, but not limited to, personal hygiene, washing/folding clothes, bed making, ironing clothes, choosing outfits appropriate for occasions and seasons, setting a dinner table, table manners, etc. as directed by the Program Director. Foster a supportive environment for clients that follows ethical treatment. Promote a favorable/positive work atmosphere that is based on a team mentality. Qualifications High school diploma or GED. Must demonstrate an ability to effectively communicate to patients dealing with mental health and substance use disorders, Flexibility in work hours and demonstrate consistency and dependability. A passion to see individuals who deal with mental health and substance use disorders experience healing, life change, and purposeful living and believe that change can happen under the conditions defined in the Roots Adolescent Renewal Ranch vision statement, mission statement and core values. Good physical health and emotional maturity. Able to uphold the Roots Adolescent Renewal Ranch vision statement, mission statement and core values.