Behavioral Health Tech

Presbyterian Healthcare Services; Albuquerque (NM); Remote; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Behavioral Health Tech to join their team. This role involves providing essential direct patient care, working closely with a licensed nurse, and being part of an interdisciplinary team focused on treating a variety of behavioral health issues. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and some experience in patient care. This position offers a chance to make a significant impact in the lives of patients while working in a supportive and diverse environment. Join a mission-driven organization that values employee well-being and community health.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Employee Wellness Program

Gym Memberships

Qualifications

• 6 months of direct patient care experience preferred.
• Specialized training in basic patient care is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under supervision of licensed nurse.
• Observe and report patient mood and behaviors.
• Maintain a clean and safe patient care environment.

Skills

Direct Patient Care

Basic Patient Care

Interdisciplinary Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Overview

Now hiring a Behavioral Health Tech!

Presbyterian Healthcare is hiring a Behavioral Health Tech to provide direct patient care, primarily those tasks requiring less technical nursing skills, under the direction of a Behavioral Health Specialist or registered nurse.

How you belong matters here.

We value our employees' differences and find strength in the diversity of our team and community.

At Presbyterian, it's not just what we do that matters. It's how we do it - and it starts with our incredible team. From Information Technology to Food Services and beyond, our non-clinical employees make a meaningful impact on the healthcare provided to our patients and members.

Why Join Us

• Full Time - Exempt: No
• Job is based at Presbyterian Kaseman Hospital
• Work hours: 12 Hour Nights
• Benefits: We offer a wide range of benefits including medical, wellness program, vision, dental, paid time off, retirement and more for FT employees.
• Benefits: PRN/PT (working less than a .45 FTE) employee benefits available for this position such as medical, gym memberships and an employee wellness program.
• Remote: Open to remote applicants in the United States, except for the following states: Wyoming, North Dakota, and Ohio

Preferred Qualifications:

High School Diploma + 6 months direct patient care

Qualifications

• Specialized training in basic patient care preferred (e.g. CNA, MA, military medical training, NA, NT, nursing student who has completed skills labs or has at least 6 months experience in direct patient care)

Responsibilities

• Works as a member of an interdisciplinary team in the treatment and care of patients hospitalized with a broad spectrum of behavioral health issues and diagnoses, such as substance abuse, post-traumatic stress disorder, suicidal or homicidal behaviors, mental instability, or physical, sexual or emotional abuse.
• Observes patient mood, behaviors and interactions, performs patient rounds and precautionary checks, and assists with activities of daily living and patient care procedures as indicated under the direction of a licensed nurse.
• Performs activities to maintain a clean, organized, safe, and well-stocked patient care environment.

Benefits

All benefits-eligible Presbyterian employees receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, short-term and long-term disability, group term life insurance and other optional voluntary benefits.

Wellness: Presbyterian's Employee Wellness rewards program is designed to provide you with engaging opportunities to enhance your health and activate your well-being. Earn gift cards and more by taking an active role in our personal well-being by participating in wellness activities like wellness challenges, webinars, preventive screenings and more.

Why work at Presbyterian? As an organization, we are committed to improving the health of our communities. From hosting growers' markets to partnering with local communities, Presbyterian is taking active steps to improve the health of New Mexicans.

About Presbyterian Healthcare Services: Presbyterian exists to improve the health of patients, members, and the communities we serve. We are locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system of nine hospitals, a statewide health plan and a growing multi-specialty medical group. Founded in New Mexico in 1908, we are the state's largest private employer with nearly 14,000 employees - including more than 1600 providers and nearly 4,700 nurses.

Our health plan serves more than 580,000 members statewide and offers Medicare Advantage, Medicaid (Centennial Care) and Commercial health plans.

AA/EOE/VET/DISABLED. PHS is a drug-free and tobacco-free employer with smoke-free campuses.

Maximum Offer for this position is up to

USD $21.01/Hr.

Compensation Disclaimer

The compensation range for this role takes into account a wide range of factors, including but not limited to experience and training, internal equity, and other business and organizational needs.