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adecco

BHT Crestone

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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.

$33,378 / year median in Texas

+15% projected growth

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Job Description

Adecco Healthcare and Life Sciences is currently recruiting Behavioral Health Technicians in Taylor, TX. This is an on-site opportunity. Please read below and apply with an updated resume for consideration:
Pay:
$18 - $20 per hours based on experience
Type:
Temp to hire contract
Schedule:
Multiple shifts available
Specialty:
Alcohol and Drug Rehab Primary Responsibilities:
Conduct luggage and personal searches in accordance with facility policies and procedures. Monitor and assist with Book Studies and Recovery meetings, facilitating sessions when assigned. Maintain awareness of patient locations through regular facility rounds and accurately document hourly patient checks. Ensure patients adhere to the program schedule and arrive on time for all assigned activities. Supervise and facilitate therapeutic and recreational patient activities as directed. Ensure patients comply with evening room schedules and facility expectations. Monitor medication line operations to prevent medication diversion and de-escalate conflicts or behavioral concerns. Assist patients with transportation to activities, medication administration, and meals when mobility support is required. Support counselors with assigned tasks and maintain accurate, timely documentation. Adhere to all organizational policies, procedures, and regulatory standards. Encourage patient engagement in treatment by addressing denial, resistance, and barriers to achieving treatment goals. Manage the therapeutic community by redirecting inappropriate behaviors, maintaining a safe environment, and completing detailed shift reports. Participate in required staff trainings, meetings, and professional development programs. Assist nursing staff with patient care and other duties as directed by supervisors. Safely transport patients to medical appointments, therapeutic outings, and other approved destinations.
Qualifications:
High School diploma or GED equivalent required Customer service experience Healthcare experience preferred Ability to communicate effectively and demonstrate a basic understanding of the principles of chemical dependency recovery Valid driver's license and good driving record CPR certification preferred Physically capable to walk one mile during a 8 hour shift, sit comfortably for 3 hours during a 8 hour shift Why work for Adecco? Excellent Weekly Pay 401(k) Plan Skills Training Excellent medical, dental, and vision benefits
Pay Details:
$18.00 to $20.00 per hour Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled Military connected talent encouraged to apply To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.adecco.com/en-us/candidate-privacy The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable: The California Fair Chance Act Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for
Employers San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance Massachusetts Candidates Only:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.