Behavioral Health Tech II - Patient Care & Groups Evenings

Discovery Behavioral Health; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 48,712,000 - 71,194,000; Full time

Job summary

Discovery Behavioral Health in Chicago, IL seeks a Behavioral Health Tech II to support patients through admission to discharge and contribute to treatment planning. The role focuses on safety, patient interventions, group leadership, and collaboration with clinical teams.

The position requires providing transportation when qualified, documenting notes, and maintaining program integrity in a full-time schedule, on-site.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• High School Diploma preferred.
• One or more years experience working within the mental health, substance use or eating disorder field preferred.
• Valid and unrestricted State Driver’s License required.

Responsibilities

• Adheres to all DBH policies and procedures.
• Provides exemplary customer service to all patients.
• 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 meals/snacks and hygiene.
• Assists Nursing staff with duties as directed, e.g., patient supervision and vitals.
• Recognizes, responds to, and assists in crisis situations and provides interventions as appropriate.
• Monitors patient activity and documents shift notes and group notes.
• Maintains a clean and safe environment and performs basic housekeeping duties.
• Facilitates and leads daily groups as directed by facility leadership.
• Attends staff meetings and completes online trainings.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

High School Diploma

Valid State Driver’s License

Job description

Discovery Behavioral Health in Chicago, IL seeks a Behavioral Health Tech II to support patients through admission to discharge and contribute to treatment planning. The role focuses on safety, patient interventions, group leadership, and collaboration with clinical teams.

The position requires providing transportation when qualified, documenting notes, and maintaining program integrity in a full-time schedule, on-site.