Behavioral Health Tech I

Cliffside West LA; Los Angeles (CA); Sur place; USD 29 000 - 32 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Cliffside West LA is seeking a Behavioral Health Tech I to support patients through admission to discharge, contributing to treatment planning and ensuring safety. You will lead psychoeducational groups, document shift notes, and assist nursing staff in daily operations.

Requirements include a high school diploma, valid California driver’s license, CPI certification within 90 days, CPR/AED/First Aid, and 1 year sobriety if in recovery. The position is full-time at West Los Angeles, CA.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma (or equivalent) preferred.
• Valid and unrestricted State Driver’s License required.
• Must obtain CPI certification within 90 days of hire.
• Must obtain CPR, AED and First Aid certifications.
• Substance Use Division: minimum 1 year sobriety if in recovery.

Responsabilités

• Adheres to all policy procedures and maintains confidentiality.
• Provides patient safety, interventions, and crisis response as needed.
• Leads psychoeducational groups and documents notes on shift.
• Assists nursing staff with duties and patient supervision.
• Maintains an organized, safe environment and proper documentation.
• Supports admission/discharge processes and daily patient activities.

Connaissances

Patient care

Crisis interventions

Interpersonal communication

Documentation skills

Group facilitation

Formation

High School Diploma (or equivalent)

Valid and unrestricted State Driver’s License

CPI certification

CPR, AED, and First Aid certifications

Substance Use Division: 1 year sobriety

Description du poste

Position Summary:

Behavioral Health Tech I (BHT I) is responsible for assisting and supporting patients through the entire treatment experience from admission through discharge. BHT I will be contributing insightful, practical, and meaningful information to the treatment planning process. BHT I responsibilities primarily include ensuring patient safety, providing patient interventions, leading psychoeducational groups, and supporting patients.

Essential Job Functions:

• Adheres to all DBH policies and procedures.
• Conducts self in a manner that represents DBH values.
• Maintains a positive and respectful attitude.
• Provides exemplary customer service to all patients.
• Exhibits understanding and respect for cultural and lifestyle diversity.
• Understand and maintain professional boundaries and professional ethics.
• Follows directions as given by facility leadership.
• Maintains confidentiality of patient information and records; and of facility/company proprietary, privileged, and/or confidential information.
• Facilitates patient daily needs per the program schedule, including but not limited to: waking/bedtime routines and hygiene, meals/snacks, bathroom safety observations, free time.
• Assists Nursing staff with duties as directed, for example: patient supervision, vitals, room searches, patient searches, etc.
• Recognizes, responds to, and assists in crisis situations and provides interventions as appropriate.
• Consistently reports to work on time and prepared to perform the duties of the position.
• Assists in the implementation of individual patient treatment plans per clinical team.
• Supports patients during admission and discharge processes. This may include checking in patient belongings, acclimating patients to the program, preparing patients for returning home
• Monitors patient activity and documents any significant patient issues. Ensure accuracy and timely completion of all shift notes, group notes, and other required documentation by the end of shift.
• Maintains an organized and safe environment and performs basic housekeeping duties.
• Conducts regular facility and grounds checks, advising facility leadership of any irregularities or safety concerns.
• Responsible for scheduled shifts and finding coverage if a shift cannot be worked, unless experiencing an emergency
• Attends all staff meetings and in-service trainings.
• Completes all online training, policy verification, and ensures that their employee HR file is kept up to date.
• Observes infection control policies and participates in proper hand hygiene
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Substance Use Division:
  • Accurately and securely collecting urine specimens including verifying donor identification, ensuring chain of custody, and following specific handling procedures
• Residential Treatment Only:
  • In states where permissible, passing medicine will be required. Training and/or required certification will be provided.
  • Provides transportation services including patient transportation/supervision, errands, shopping, admits, outings, etc. (must be pre-qualified to drive a company vehicle).

Knowledge, Education & Experience:

• High School Diploma (or equivalent) preferred
• Valid and unrestricted State Driver’s License
• Must obtain and maintain CPI certification within 90 days of hire, training provided
• Must obtain and maintain CPR, AED, and First Aid, training provided
• Substance Use Division: Minimum 1 year sobriety if in recovery

Employment Status: Full time

Schedule: Sun, Mon 6:45am-3:15pm. Tues, Weds, Fri 10:45pm-7:15am

Work location: West Los Angeles, CA

Compensation range: $21-23 hourly