Adolescent Behavioral Health Technician (Per Diem)

McLean Hospital; Middleborough (MA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

The McLean Hospital Corporation in Middleboro, MA is seeking a per diem Behavioral Health Aide to provide direct care to patients with psychiatric disorders in the ART program. The role requires flexibility for rotating Day and Evening shifts and a focus on safety and therapeutic milieu.

Responsibilities include care and treatment, patient advocacy, and completing shift reports while maintaining professional boundaries and timely documentation. CPI training is required within 30 days of hire.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
• Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No.
• Basic Life Support (BLS Certification) - Data Conversion - Various Issuers preferred.
• LNA (New Hampshire) - New Hampshire Board of Nursing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with care and treatment of psychiatric, drug and alcohol patients.
• Advocate for patients who may be vulnerable or need additional support.
• Parent/Family counseling, including Parent Management Training and Family Systems interventions
• Adheres to guidelines for patients on special status (i.e. suicide, sexual abuse or AWOL precautions).
• Provides shift-to-shift report and remains on the unit during incoming report.
• Thinks and acts quickly and efficiently in emergencies.
• Maintains professional boundaries with patients at all times.
• Completes and files all documentation promptly.

Skills

Collaboration

EHR usage

Prioritization

Documentation

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

The McLean Hospital Corporation in Middleboro, MA is seeking a per diem Behavioral Health Aide to provide direct care to patients with psychiatric disorders in the ART program. The role requires flexibility for rotating Day and Evening shifts and a focus on safety and therapeutic milieu.

Responsibilities include care and treatment, patient advocacy, and completing shift reports while maintaining professional boundaries and timely documentation. CPI training is required within 30 days of hire.