1st-Shift Behavioral Health Technician: Safe, Impactful Care

NH Detox; Bethlehem, Northern (NH, KY); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Amatus Health is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician to support clients and clinical staff by promoting a safe environment for individuals in recovery. You will assist with intake and transportation, answer questions, and help clients adjust to the program routine.

You will observe and report changes in a client's condition to medical staff, maintain patient safety, and contribute to a compassionate, professional care team committed to respectful treatment and privacy.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED
• 1+ years experience in mental health field (or related college coursework)
• Ability and desire to keep patients safe at all times
• Professional demeanor and strong work ethic

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain healthy relationships with the patients.
• Assist with the admission process on new patient admissions and orientation procedures and schedules.
• Maintain constant and clear communication during a client admit.
• Complete timely and accurate shift reports and checklists at the end of each shift.
• Facilitate orientation groups or meetings with patients.
• De-escalate and assist with patients leaving treatment AMA/ACA and other patient problems.
• Know how many patients are on property and where they are at all times by completing que checks.
• Monitor family visits to ensure patient safety.
• Assist the medical department to monitor the patients during "medication pass" times.
• Keep all properties and office spaces cleaned. During downtime, ensure the general areas are free of objects and clutter.
• Ensure all properties are maintained and cleaned at all times.
• Participate in all staff meetings and trainings as scheduled.
• Exercise sound professional judgment and seek assistance as necessary to effectively manage patients.
• Protect the privacy of all patient information in accordance with the organization's privacy policies, procedures and practices, as required by federal and state law.

Skills

Mental health experience

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Amatus Health is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician to support clients and clinical staff by promoting a safe environment for individuals in recovery. You will assist with intake and transportation, answer questions, and help clients adjust to the program routine.

You will observe and report changes in a client's condition to medical staff, maintain patient safety, and contribute to a compassionate, professional care team committed to respectful treatment and privacy.