Behavioral Health Tech III — Crisis Support & Groups

Discovery Behavioral Health; Fairfax Station, Northern (VA, KY); Hybride; USD 22 000 - 34 000; Temps partiel

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Résumé du poste

Discovery Mood & Anxiety in Fairfax Station, VA seeks a part-time Behavioral Health Tech III to support patients from admission through discharge. The role emphasizes safety, patient support, and group leadership within the treatment program.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years in mental health or related fields, a valid driver's license, and willingness to obtain CPI, CPR/AED/First Aid, and food handling certifications. On-site work with weekend/evening schedule.

Qualifications

• Two or more years of experience in mental health, substance use, or eating disorder field.
• Valid and unrestricted State Driver’s License.
• Must obtain CPI certification within 90 days of hire, training provided.
• CPR, AED, and First Aid, along with Food Handling/Safety certification within 30 days of hire, training provided

Responsabilités

• 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 all 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 patient during admission and discharge processes. This may include checking in patient belongings, acclimating patient to the program, preparing patient for returning home.
• Monitors patient activity and documents any significant patient issues. Completes all shift notes, group notes, and other required documentation by the end of shift.
• Maintains and organized and safe environment, and performs basic housekeeping duties.
• Conducts regular facility and grounds checks, advising facility leadership of any irregularities or safety concerns.
• Facilitates and leads daily groups as directed by facility leadership if applicable.
• 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.
• Provides transportation services including patient transportation/supervision, errands, shopping, admits, outings, etc. (must be pre-qualified to drive a company vehicle).
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Eating Disorder Division: Providing supervision and support to patients during mealtimes requires staff to eat meals and snacks with patients.
• Must refrain from comments and actions that directly contradict the CFD Clinical Model and Dietary CARE model.
• Familiarizes and adopts the Philosophy, Mission, Goals, and Objectives of the Center for Discovery treatment programs.
• Has basic knowledge of the clinical orientation and interventions used at Center for Discovery.
• Residential Treatment Only: In states where permissible, passing medicine will be required. Training and/or required certification will be provided.

Connaissances

Patient safety

Crisis intervention

Group leadership

Documentation

Customer service

Formation

Bachelor’s Degree preferred

High School Diploma (or equivalent) preferred

Description du poste

Discovery Mood & Anxiety in Fairfax Station, VA seeks a part-time Behavioral Health Tech III to support patients from admission through discharge. The role emphasizes safety, patient support, and group leadership within the treatment program.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years in mental health or related fields, a valid driver's license, and willingness to obtain CPI, CPR/AED/First Aid, and food handling certifications. On-site work with weekend/evening schedule.