Behavioral Health Tech - Compassionate Psychiatric Care

SUN Behavioral Health; Georgetown (DE); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

SUN Behavioral Health is seeking a dedicated Behavioral Health Technician to support patient care in a psychiatric setting. You will work under the supervision of RNs and LPNs to provide direct and supportive care, monitor patients, and help maintain a safe, therapeutic environment.

Responsibilities include vital signs, observation, de-escalation, documentation, and participation in team rounds to ensure high-quality care while upholding HIPAA and hospital policies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• CPR and hospital-de-escalation technique certification required.
• Preferred: CNA certification or college coursework.
• May substitute experience for education.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care under RN/LPN guidance.
• Records vitals and intake/output; notifies RN of changes.
• Observes patient behavior and mental status; reports abnormalities.
• Escorts patients for activities, meals, tests, visits.
• Assists with restraint and seclusion under RN direction; follows CPI policy.

Skills

Vital signs

Observation

De-escalation

Patient care

Documentation

Teamwork

Communication

HIPAA compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

CPR certification

De-escalation training

Certified Nursing Assistant certification

Job description

SUN Behavioral Health is seeking a dedicated Behavioral Health Technician to support patient care in a psychiatric setting. You will work under the supervision of RNs and LPNs to provide direct and supportive care, monitor patients, and help maintain a safe, therapeutic environment.

Responsibilities include vital signs, observation, de-escalation, documentation, and participation in team rounds to ensure high-quality care while upholding HIPAA and hospital policies.