Behavioral Health Tech

Westcare; Barnesville (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Westcare is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician in Barnesville, GA to supervise program residents and ensure their safety. The position involves monitoring residents, facilitating activities, and documenting incidents accurately.

The ideal candidate will have at least one year of experience in a behavioral health setting, a high school diploma, and relevant certifications.

This role requires excellent communication skills and the ability to work a flexible night shift.

Qualifications

• 1+ year experience in a behavioral health setting or similar position.
• Ability to analyze situations and develop appropriate responses.
• Adherence to ethical conduct and confidentiality standards.

Responsibilities

• Monitor residents and report unusual changes.
• Facilitate mentoring, safety, and observe residents.
• Implement behavioral/level systems and document incidents.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work well in a team environment

Culturally/linguistically sensitive

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Degree in Counseling, Criminal Justice, Social Work, or Psychology preferred

Job description

Position Summary

The Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) supervises program residents under the guidance of the Lead Behavioral Health Technician(s). The BHT acts as a role model for residents, demonstrating professional behaviors and having regular positive interactions that align with WestCares ethical standards. Essential Job Functions include those listed below.

Essential Job Functions

• Monitors designated residents under the direction of the Program Director, reporting unusual changes as they occur.
• Facilitates mentoring, discipline, safety, and shift/overnight observation of residents.
• Completes support documentation, providing information to third parties as required.
• Utilizes approved crisis intervention techniques to assist with de-escalation of situations, ensuring resident, staff, and visitor safety.
• Implements the behavioral/level system where applicable.
• Participates in 24/7 coverage by working a flexible schedule, properly tracking hours worked, and consistently arriving to scheduled shifts on time.
• Transports residents to work, school, and/or required meetings/appointments as required.
• Monitors resident whereabouts to be sure they remain on the property, or have appropriate paperwork needed to leave the property.
• Assists in the implementation of recreational activities for residents, participating where appropriate.
• Ensures the facility is kept clean and in working order.
• Ensures resident medication is processed upon admission and given on time, in accordance with procedure.
• Documents incidents accurately and in a timely manner, using WestCares Incident Reporting system.
• Embraces and embodies the mission, vision, guiding principles, clinical vision and goals of WestCare Foundation.
• Performs any other duties as assigned.

Certifications/Licensures

• Relevant certification(s) and/or licensure preferred; Preference will be given certified candidates.
• Active CPR Certification preferred at the time of hire.
• Valid drivers license and the ability to obtain and maintain WestCares vehicle insurance is required.

Education

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college with a degree in Counseling, Criminal Justice, Social Work, Psychology or other field related to the position is preferred.
• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.

Experience and Competencies

• At least one (1) year of experience working in a behavioral health setting or similar position required.
• Ability to analyze situations and develop appropriate responses or techniques required.
• Excellent communication skills are required.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and discretion required.
• Ability to work well in a team environment required.
• Adherence to the highest standard of ethical conduct, especially to standards governing confidentiality required.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule in a fast-paced environment.
• Professional appearance and demeanor required.
• Knowledge of the principles, procedures, techniques, trends, and literature related to prevention and substance abuse preferred.
• Must be culturally/linguistically sensitive to populations served.

Working Conditions

• Work is primarily performed in a residential treatment setting.
• Some outdoor activities travel between multiple locations may be required.
• This role is primarily a night (3rd) shift role with infrequent/occasional daytime work required.
• Regular and prompt attendance is required throughout employment.