Behavioral Health Tech II: 1:1 Patient Care, Day Shift

Avera McKennan; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO day 1 for eligible hires

Retirement matching up to 5%

Career development & mentorship

Job summary

Avera Behavioral Health Center-Sioux Falls is seeking a dedicated caregiver to provide physical and psychological care to patients under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse. You will work in 1-on-1 or small group settings aligned with each patient’s treatment plan, and participate in interdisciplinary team meetings to support treatment goals.

The role requires 1-3 years of related experience, a relevant Bachelor’s degree, and commitment to safety and confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Psychology, Social Work, criminal justice, education, behavior analysis, health or social sciences, counseling, alcohol studies, liberal arts, or any other human services and/or medical field.
• 1-3 years related experience
• Ability to work the hours specified and communicate effectively; visual acuity adequate to perform duties; maintain confidentiality and safety.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical and psychological care to patients under direct supervision of a Registered Nurse.
• Works with individual patients 1-on-1 or in groups as per treatment plan.
• Participate in daily inter-disciplinary treatment team meetings.
• Implement suicide precautions as needed.
• Assess changes in patient condition and notify RN.
• Assist with activities of daily living and documentation in EMR.
• Contribute to development of new therapeutic groups under Programming Committee oversight.

Education

Bachelor's Psychology / related field

Associate's Behavioral Health

Job description

Avera Behavioral Health Center-Sioux Falls is seeking a dedicated caregiver to provide physical and psychological care to patients under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse. You will work in 1-on-1 or small group settings aligned with each patient’s treatment plan, and participate in interdisciplinary team meetings to support treatment goals.

The role requires 1-3 years of related experience, a relevant Bachelor’s degree, and commitment to safety and confidentiality.