Behavioral Health Technician
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Verified Pay | $15 per hour |
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Hours | Full-time, Part-time |
Location | Carrollton, Georgia |
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Job Details
Job Location
Carrollton - 2385 Oak Grove Church - Carrollton, GA
Position Type
Per Diem
Education Level
High School
Salary Range
$15.00 - $15.00 Hourly
Travel Percentage
Up to 25%
Job Shift
Day
Job Category
Nonprofit - Social Services
Description
Position Summary:
The Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) supervises program residents under the guidance of the Lead Behavioral Health Technician(s). The BHT acts as a role model for residents, demonstrating professional behaviors and having regular positive interactions that align with WestCares ethical standards. Essential Job Functions include those listed below.
Essential Job Functions:
- Monitors designated residents under the direction of the Program Director, reporting unusual changes as they occur;
- Facilitates mentoring, discipline, safety, and shift/overnight observation of residents;
- Completes support documentation, providing information to third parties as required;
- Utilizes approved crisis intervention techniques to assist with de-escalation of situations, ensuring resident, staff, and visitor safety;
- Implements the behavioral/level system where applicable;
- Participates in 24/7 coverage by working a flexible schedule, properly tracking hours worked, and consistently arriving to scheduled shifts on time;
- Transports residents to work, school, and/or required meetings/appointments as required;
- Monitors resident whereabouts to be sure they remain on the property, or have appropriate paperwork needed to leave the property;
- Assists in the implementation of recreational activities for residents, participating where appropriate;
- Ensures the facility is kept clean and in working order;
- Ensures resident medication is processed upon admission and given on time, in accordance with procedure;
- Documents incidents accurately and in a timely manner, using WestCares Incident Reporting system;
- Embraces and embodies the mission, vision, guiding principles, clinical vision and goals of WestCare Foundation;
- Performs any other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Certifications/Licensures:
- Relevant certification(s) and/or licensure preferred; Preference will be given certified candidates;
- Active CPR Certification preferred at the time of hire;
- Valid drivers license and the ability to obtain and maintain WestCares vehicle insurance is required.
Education:
- Graduation from an accredited four-year college with a degree in Counseling, Criminal Justice, Social Work, Psychology or other field related to the position is preferred;
- High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
Experience and Competencies:
- At least one (1) year of experience working in a behavioral health setting or similar position required;
- Ability to analyze situations and develop appropriate responses or techniques required;
- Excellent communication skills are required;
- Ability to exercise good judgment and discretion required;
- Ability to work well in a team environment required;
- Adherence to the highest standard of ethical conduct, especially to standards governing confidentiality required;
- Ability to work a flexible schedule in a fast-paced environment;
- Professional appearance and demeanor required;
- Knowledge of the principles, procedures, techniques, trends, and literature related to prevention and substance abuse preferred;
- Must be culturally/linguistically sensitive to populations served.
Working Conditions:
- Work is primarily performed in a residential treatment setting;
- Some outdoor activities travel between multiple locations may be required;
- This is a Per Deim, "As needed" position;
- Regular and prompt attendance is required throughout employment.
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