Behavioral Health Tech I

Discovery Behavioral Health; Medford Township (NJ); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Discovery Behavioral Health is seeking a Behavioral Health Tech I to support patients from admission through discharge and contribute meaningfully to treatment planning. The role emphasizes patient safety, interventions, and group facilitation within a comprehensive care program.

The position requires a high school diploma, a valid driver's license, CPI certification within 90 days, and CPR/First Aid certification.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Valid and unrestricted State Driver's License.
• Must obtain 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.

Responsibilities

• Adheres to all DBH policies and procedures.
• 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 ethics.
• Follows directions from facility leadership.
• Maintains confidentiality of patient information and records.
• Facilitates patient daily needs per the program schedule.
• Assists Nursing staff with duties as directed, e.g., vitals and supervision.
• Recognizes and responds to crisis situations and provides interventions.
• Documents shift notes and group notes accurately by end of shift.
• Maintains organized, safe environment and basic housekeeping.
• Conducts facility and grounds checks and reports safety concerns.

Skills

Patient care

Customer service

Cultural sensitivity

Time management

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Valid driver's license

CPR/First Aid certification within 90 days

CPI certification within 90 days

Job description

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.

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:

Sunday-Thursday or Tuesday-Saturday 7am-3pm or 3pm-11pm

Work location:

Medford, NJ

Compensation range:

$16-18 hourly