Behavioral Health Tech I — Part-Time, 2nd Shift

Akron Children's Hospital; Canton (OH); On-site; USD 19,286,000 - 24,797,000; Part time

Job summary

Akron Children's Hospital is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician I to support inpatient pediatric behavioral health care for ages 12–18. This role operates on a 2nd shift (12pm–7pm), part-time schedule (20 hours/week) and is onsite in Canton, Ohio, under the direction of a Mental Health Therapist.

You will help maintain a safe milieu, assist in implementing individualized plans, and engage patients alongside therapists.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Current enrollment in an undergraduate degree in counseling, psychology, social work or related field, or nursing; associate degree preferred.
• BLS certification through the American Heart Association is required.
• 0–2 years of experience in healthcare or behavioral health settings.
• Onsite work with part-time schedule.

Responsibilities

• Support milieu and safety; assist in implementing ISP care plan.
• Provide supportive care and engagement with Mental Health Therapists.
• Address physical, psychological, social, educational, and safety needs of patients aged 12–18.
• Other duties as required.

Skills

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Electronic health records (EMR)

Healthcare experience

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Undergraduate degree in counseling, psychology, social work or related field (or nursing)

Associate degree preferred

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Akron Children's Hospital is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician I to support inpatient pediatric behavioral health care for ages 12–18. This role operates on a 2nd shift (12pm–7pm), part-time schedule (20 hours/week) and is onsite in Canton, Ohio, under the direction of a Mental Health Therapist.

You will help maintain a safe milieu, assist in implementing individualized plans, and engage patients alongside therapists.