Behavioral Health Tech - Night Shift & Tuition Help

Ivory Plains Recovery; Iowa, Northern (LA, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

Shift differentials

Full benefits after 30 days

PTO package

Continued education

Night shift available

Job summary

Ivory Plains Recovery Center in Adair, Iowa seeks a Behavioral Health Tech to support a multidisciplinary team. The role monitors client behavior, provides continuous care, and responds to crises as needed.

On-site position with night shifts and a comprehensive benefits package after 30 days. Responsibilities include safety supervision, data recording, de-escalation, group activities, and client transportation coordination.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Six months or more experience working with the specific population preferred.
• Knowledge of common psychiatric disorders and treatment modalities preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure client safety and provide a supportive, structured environment.
• Maintain constant supervision of clients and monitor behavior.
• Perform safety checks and follow supervision guidelines.
• Check for contraband and manage client belongings.
• Interact with clients and report significant observations to supervisor.
• Encourage group therapy participation and engagement in activities.
• Engage clients to support treatment goals and daily living skills.
• Facilitate educational groups on social and coping skills.
• Take vital signs and report changes to charge nurse promptly.
• Document in client records accurately and timely.
• Use de-escalation techniques to manage emotions and behavior.
• Assist with unit cleanup, admissions, and discharge processes.
• Initiate incident reports when needed and coordinate transfers.
• Handover reports between shifts with relevant information.
• Orient new clients to programs and activity opportunities.
• Monitor client needs and motivate participation in activities.
• Observe client interests and adjust activities accordingly.
• Assist with activity planning and equipment preparation.
• Provide resources and supplies for activities.
• Enforce safety rules and adapt activities for groups.
• Support maintenance of department resources and equipment.

Education

High school graduate or equivalent

Job description

Ivory Plains Recovery Center in Adair, Iowa seeks a Behavioral Health Tech to support a multidisciplinary team. The role monitors client behavior, provides continuous care, and responds to crises as needed.

On-site position with night shifts and a comprehensive benefits package after 30 days. Responsibilities include safety supervision, data recording, de-escalation, group activities, and client transportation coordination.