Adult Mental Health Technician

HCA HealthONE; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider seeks a dedicated Behavioral Health Technician II to enhance patient interactions and care. In this role, you will support psychiatric patients by performing vital observations, managing therapeutic environments, and assisting with daily activities. This opportunity allows you to be part of a committed team that values compassion and professional growth within a leading healthcare system. If you are passionate about making a difference in patients' lives, this could be your next career move!

Benefits

Comprehensive Medical Coverage

401(k) Plan with Match

Education Assistance

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid Time Off

Free Counseling Services

Pet Insurance

Legal Counseling

Referral Services

Qualifications

• Two years of behavioral health experience preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients and families.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and document therapeutic groups daily.
• Perform routine vital sign checks and patient observation rounds.

Skills

Behavioral Health Experience

Communication Skills

Critical Thinking

Team Collaboration

Education

BLS Certification

CPI Certification

Job description

Description

Hourly Wage Estimate: 18.81 - 24.57 / hour
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The estimate displayed represents the typical wage range of candidates hired. Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include your specific skills, how many years of experience you have and comparison to other employees already in this role. The typical candidate is hired below midpoint of the range.

Introduction

Do you have the career opportunities as a(an) Behavioral Health Tech II you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join The Medical Center of Aurora which is part of the nations leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.

Benefits

The Medical Center of Aurora, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
  
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
  
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
  
• Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
  
• Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
  
• Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
  
• Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
  
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
  
• Colleague recognition program
  
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
  
• Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

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Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Our teams are a committed, caring group of colleagues. Do you want to work as a(an) Behavioral Health Tech II where your passion for creating positive patient interactions is valued? If you are dedicated to caring for the well-being of others, this could be your next opportunity. We want your knowledge and expertise!

Job Summary and Qualifications

The Behavioral Health Technician II is cognizant of and has concern for those factors that ensure a safe and effective environment for psychiatric patients. The Behavioral Health Technician II (BHT II) performs assigned tasks and activities according to skill level and patient needs as assessed by the Clinical Nurse Coordinator/Charge Nurse and/or Nurse Manager. In addition, the BHT II will have a basic understanding of the behaviors of the psychiatric patient and an ability to interact in a therapeutic manner. The BHT II will function as a member of the treatment team and accept responsibilities for specifically assigned duties such as patient observation rounds, suicide risk observation, management of the milieu, assisting with behavior modification programs and care of patient’s daily activities and needs. The BHT II will conduct and document therapeutic groups daily. The BHT II will complete routine vital sign checks, orient the patient to the unit and search and catalog patient belongings. The BHT II demonstrates knowledge of regulatory laws as it relates to the care of the mentally ill. When the need arises, the BHT II will perform other duties as assigned.

• BLS-Healthcare provider through the American Heart Association American Red Cross. CPI certification and re-certification every 2 years thereafter
• Two years of behavioral health experience preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, physicians and other healthcare team members. Ability to work with others within a team to ensure quality patient care. Strong critical thinking skills. Ability to maintain healthy personal boundaries, protecting the therapeutic integrity of the counselor-patient relationship

HCA HealthONE, one of the largest and most comprehensive healthcare systems in the Rocky Mountain region, offers more than 170 care sites in the Denver-metro area. Offering services across the continuum of care to meet patients’ total healthcare needs, HCA HealthONE includes seven acute care hospitals, a dedicated flagship pediatric hospital, a rehabilitation hospital, CareNow urgent care clinics, mental health campuses, imaging and surgery centers, physician practices, home and hospice care, and AirLife Denver, which provides regional critical care air and ground transportation. Among HCA HealthONE’s acute care hospitals is Aurora, offering more than 60 medical specialties, including a Level II Trauma Center with Primary Stroke Certification and Chest Pain Center accreditation and a full-service mental health campus. HCA HealthONE Aurora is the first hospital in the Denver-metro area to receive three-time Magnet designation for nursing excellence by the American Nurses Credentialing Center. Consistently among the Denver Business Journals’ list of top corporate philanthropists in the Denver-metro area, HCA HealthONE was named as one of the most community-minded organizations by The Civic 50 and contributed more than 1 million through cash and in-kind donations last year alone, along with more than 400M in federal, state and local taxes.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the Worlds Most Ethical Companies by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated 3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

"Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Behavioral Health Tech II opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.