Behavioral Health Tech

Trinity Health; Davenport (IA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

MercyOne Health System in Davenport, IA, seeks a part-time Behavioral Health Tech for the Evening Shift to support the Behavioral Health Unit. Responsible for patient orientation, daily activity planning, and group sessions to build positive patient relationships.

The role requires strong communication, ability to establish rapport, and at least 2 years of behavioral health experience with BLS and CPI training. Weekend rotation and holidays apply.

Qualifications

• Training in medical terminology, CNA, and behavioral health experience.
• Basic Life Support and CPI training are preferred.
• More than 2 years of behavioral health experience required.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients on admission to the Behavioral Health Unit.
• Provide patient unit orientation and daily activity schedule.
• Set behavior expectations for patient stays on the unit.
• Lead group sessions to develop patient relationships.
• Perform daily goal setting and follow-up with patients to track progress.
• Establish rapport and offer interventions if patient situations escalate.
• Assist with patient personal care and health monitoring as needed.

Skills

Medical terminology

CNA

Behavioral health experience

Education

High School diploma/GED

Tools

Basic Life Support

CPI

Job description

Employment Type: Part time

Shift: Evening Shift

Description: At MercyOne, health care is more than just a doctor’s visit or a place to go when you’re in need of medical attention. Our Mission is based on improving the health of our communities – that means not only when you are sick but keeping you well.

MercyOne Genesis serves a 17-county bi-state region of the Quad Cities (Davenport and Bettendorf, Iowa, and Rock Island and Moline, Ill.) metropolitan area and the surrounding communities of Eastern Iowa and Western Illinois. But when it comes to clinical capabilities and quality, we exceed those geographical limits. We have earned distinction as a two-time national Top 15 Health System, and recognition for being in the top 1 percent in the nation for patient safety.

Want to learn more about MercyOne Genesis? Click here: MercyOne Genesis | Stronger. Together. As One!

Join the MercyOne Family! We are looking to hire a Behavioral Health Tech

As a Behavioral Health Tech at MercyOne, you will participate in the provision of safe, quality patient care as delegated by the Nurse Manager. The Technician greets patients upon admission to the Behavioral Health Unit. Responsibilities include but are not limited to; providing patient unit orientation, providing the patient with the standard daily activity schedule and setting behavior expectations during the patients stay on the unit. The Technician leads group sessions to develop patient relationships. Sessions include daily goal setting and follow up with patients to track their accomplishments. The position requires the ability to establish rapport and trust with patients and the ability to offer interventions if patient situations elevate. The Technician may be required to assist with patient personal care and perform health monitoring activities.

Position Title

Behavioral Health Tech

Department

Adult Psychiatric

Schedule

• 2nd shift (3:00pm - 11:30pm)
• Part time .4 (16 hours per week)
• Every Other Weekend
• Rotating Holidays

General Requirements

• Training Preferred: Medical terminology, CNA, Previous Behavioral Health Experience
• Special Training: Basic Life Support, CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention)
• More than 2 years' experience required

Education

• High School diploma/GED or equivalent experience

Colleagues of MercyOne Health System enjoy competitive compensation with a full benefits package and opportunity for growth throughout the system!

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Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.