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Documents pertinent observations/occurrences in the patient's medical records according to policy. Defuses and reports crisis situations, intervening when appropriate and uses proper procedures. Maintains a safe and therapeutic environment by assisting with groups, setting limits on patients; following established safety and risk management policies and procedures. Performs patient rounding at designated intervals and documents appropriately. Licensure, Registration, and/or
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199 Aurora Psychiatric Hospital, Inc.
Behavioral Health Technician
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
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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.
$36,188 / year median in Wisconsin
+16% projected growth
Job Description
Department:
34903 Aurora Psychiatric Hospital•Behavioral Health:
IU Adult 3Status:
Part timeBenefits Eligible:
Yes Hou rsPer Week:
20Schedule Details/Additional Information:
Week 1: Sun/Fri/Sat (8hrs) Week 2: Fri/Sat (8hrs) Hours are 07-1530 Every weekend WEP is able to request off 1 weekend per quarter Every weekend and Every Other Holiday Remain in current role, FTE, shift for at least 6 months to meet the needs of the organization/patient needs/staffing needs. Students will be asked to work around their school schedule as well as present their schedule to their leader 2 months prior to the start of the semester.Pay Range:
$21.85- $32.
Major Responsibilities:
Assists, monitors and/or maintains patient activities of daily living (ADL's). Orients patient and family/significant others to the unit and hospital. Escorts patients to various locations i.e., tests, meals, activities, supervising and managing their behaviors as required. Performs vital signs on patients. Receives direction from the RN and communicates significant or unusual occurrences in patient behavior.Documents pertinent observations/occurrences in the patient's medical records according to policy. Defuses and reports crisis situations, intervening when appropriate and uses proper procedures. Maintains a safe and therapeutic environment by assisting with groups, setting limits on patients; following established safety and risk management policies and procedures. Performs patient rounding at designated intervals and documents appropriately. Licensure, Registration, and/or
Certification Required:
Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) and Nurse Aide in good standing as indicated with the State Registry in which the team member practices. Successful completion of CPI's Nonviolent Crisis Intervention with Advanced Physical Skills within 90 days. Team members will maintain annual educational requirements for hospital-based certifications (e.g. DNV, DHS, CARF or others)Education Required:
Advanced training beyond High School that includes the completion of an accredited or approved program in Nursing Assistant.Experience Required:
No experience required.Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:
Good verbal and written skills for safe and effective patient care. Demonstrates positive and effective interpersonal skills.Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, twist, and reach above shoulders frequently throughout the workday.Must be able to:
- lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist.
- lift up to 20 lbs. over the head.
- carry up to 40 lbs.
Must be able to:
- push/pull with 30 lbs. of force.
- perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs.
- Any exceptions to the above requirements must be documented through Employee Health.
You:
Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite ofTotal Rewards:
benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more- so you can live fully at and away from work, including: Compensation Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job Incentive pay for select positions Opportunity for annual increases based on performance Benefits and more Paid Time Off programs Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short•and Long-Term Disability Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs