Behavioral Health Tech - Patient Care & Group Activities

Iredell Memorial Hospital Incorporated; Statesville (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Iredell Memorial Hospital Incorporated is seeking a staff member to initiate group activities, conduct psycho-educational classes, and provide direct patient care under nursing supervision. You will assist in maintaining a therapeutic milieu and develop patient relationships to support wellness across pediatric, adult, and geriatric populations.

The role emphasizes de-escalation skills, computer literacy, and collaboration with healthcare teams to promote patient learning and recovery.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Direct patient care experience strongly preferred.
• Ability to operate computer and various patient care equipment.
• BLS certification required from American Red Cross or American Heart Association upon hire.
• De-escalation training required with proof of completion.

Responsibilities

• Initiates and conducts group activities, conducts psycho-educational classes, provides direct care to patients under direction and guidance of professional nursing personnel.
• Assists nursing and clinical staff to maintain the therapeutic milieu.
• Interacts with patients to promote therapeutic environment to enhance wellness.
• Develops relationships focusing on helping patients identify and learn effective ways of dealing with social pressures and personal limitations.
• Demonstrates awareness of pediatric, adult and geriatric developmental limitations.
• Demonstrates awareness of pediatric, adult and geriatric developmental stages and learning processes.

Job description

Iredell Memorial Hospital Incorporated is seeking a staff member to initiate group activities, conduct psycho-educational classes, and provide direct patient care under nursing supervision. You will assist in maintaining a therapeutic milieu and develop patient relationships to support wellness across pediatric, adult, and geriatric populations.

The role emphasizes de-escalation skills, computer literacy, and collaboration with healthcare teams to promote patient learning and recovery.