Adolescent Inpatient Behavioral Health Technician

UNC REX Healthcare; Butner (NC); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

UNC Medical Center in Butner, NC is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician to join the 4YBH unit within Youth Behavioral Health (YBH). The role supports pediatric patients with developmental disabilities and complex behaviors in a multidisciplinary setting, with 12-hour shifts and weekend rotation.

Responsibilities include direct patient care, group therapy facilitation, and collaboration with RNs and physicians to implement the care plan.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Nursing Assistant I certification required.
• CPI certification within 60 days of hire.
• BLS certification required.
• One year of relevant behavioral health experience preferred.
• Fluency in spoken and written English.

Responsibilities

• Aid patients in reality orientation and participate in behavior modification plans.
• Assist in interviewing patients and families for routine admission data and input data during team discussions.
• Interact with patients one-on-one and in groups to encourage participation.
• Observe, document, and report significant changes to the RN or physician.
• Provide direct personal care (hygiene, feeding, mobility) per the care plan.
• Ensure patient safety, including restraint when necessary and seclusion monitoring.
• Reinforce teaching and provide education materials to patients and families.

Skills

Behavioral Health

CPI Certification

BLS Certification

Nursing Assistant I

English Proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Nursing Assistant Certification

Job description

UNC Medical Center in Butner, NC is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician to join the 4YBH unit within Youth Behavioral Health (YBH). The role supports pediatric patients with developmental disabilities and complex behaviors in a multidisciplinary setting, with 12-hour shifts and weekend rotation.

Responsibilities include direct patient care, group therapy facilitation, and collaboration with RNs and physicians to implement the care plan.