Behavioral Health Tech — Compassionate Patient Care

Riverside Health; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Riverside Health in Hampton, VA seeks a behavioral health support role handling psychiatric and chemical dependency care. The position involves intake assessments, vital signs, and assisting with daily living activities under supervision of nursing leadership.

The role requires high school diploma or GED, 1 year of behavioral health experience preferred, and CPR/BLS and First Aid certifications within 30 days of hire. Shifts include weekends and a summer/winter holiday schedule.

Qualifications

• Experience in behavioral health or psychiatric care is preferred.
• Ability to communicate patient needs clearly to physicians and care teams.
• Capable of performing intake screening and documenting patient information.
• Basic clinical skills and ability to assist with activities of daily living.

Responsibilities

• Assess and treat patients in psychiatric/chemical dependency care.
• Communicate patient needs to physicians and team members.
• Collaborate with referrals, patients and families for care coordination.
• Provide intake screenings and document conditions with initial observations.
• Monitor vital signs and assist with daily living activities as needed.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Observation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CPR/BLS Certification

First Aid Certification

Job description

Riverside Health in Hampton, VA seeks a behavioral health support role handling psychiatric and chemical dependency care. The position involves intake assessments, vital signs, and assisting with daily living activities under supervision of nursing leadership.

The role requires high school diploma or GED, 1 year of behavioral health experience preferred, and CPR/BLS and First Aid certifications within 30 days of hire. Shifts include weekends and a summer/winter holiday schedule.