Behavioral Health Tech (Weeknd Day Shift)

Discovery Mood

Northern (KY)

Hybrid

USD 45,847,000 - 51,577,000

Full time

11 hours ago

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Job summary

Brookdale in Scotrun, PA is seeking a Behavioral Health Tech I for a weekend day shift to support patients through admission to discharge. Responsibilities include safety, interventions, and leading psychoeducational groups on-site.

The role requires a high school diploma, valid driver’s license, CPI/CPR/First Aid certifications, and adherence to policies. Healthcare environment experience is preferred with full-time hours and weekend coverage.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent required/preferred.
Valid Driver’s License required.
Must obtain CPI certification within 90 days of hire.
Must obtain CPR, AED, and First Aid certifications.
Substance Use Division: minimum 1 year sobriety if in recovery.
Eating Disorder Division: minimum 1 year recovery from eating disorder if in recovery.

Responsibilities

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.
Understands and maintains professional boundaries and professional ethics.
Follows directions as given by 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 routines, meals, hygiene, safety observations.
Assists Nursing staff with duties such as patient supervision and vitals.
Recognizes and responds to crises and provides appropriate interventions.
Reports to work on time and prepared to perform duties.
Assists in implementing individual patient treatment plans.
Supports patients during admission and discharge processes.
Monitors patient activity and documents issues; ensures timely shift notes and documentation.
Maintains an organized and safe environment and performs basic housekeeping.
Conducts facility and grounds checks and reports safety concerns.
Responsible for scheduled shifts and coverage; attends staff meetings and trainings.
Completes online trainings and HR file updates.
Observes infection control policies and hand hygiene.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Valid Driver’s License

1 year sobriety in recovery

1 year recovery for eating disorder

Education

High School Diploma (or equivalent)

Tools

CPI certification

CPR/AED/First Aid

Job description

Behavioral Health Tech (Weeknd Day Shift)

Behavioral Health Tech I (BHT I) is responsible for assisting and supporting patients through the entire treatment experience from admission through discharge. BHT I will be contributing insightful, practical, and meaningful information to the treatment planning process. BHT I responsibilities primarily include ensuring patient safety, providing patient interventions, leading psychoeducational groups, and supporting patients.

Essential Job Functions:

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 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 patients during admission and discharge processes. This may include checking in patient belongings, acclimating patients to the program, preparing patients for returning home

Monitors patient activity and documents any significant patient issues. Ensure accuracy and timely completion of all shift notes, group notes, and other required documentation by the end of shift.

Maintains an organized and safe environment and performs basic housekeeping duties.

Conducts regular facility and grounds checks, advising facility leadership of any irregularities or safety concerns.

Responsible for scheduled shifts and finding coverage if a shift cannot be worked, unless experiencing an emergency

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.

Observes infection control policies and participates in proper hand hygiene

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.

Obtain Food Handling/Safety certification within 30 days of hire, training provided. Tasks include food temperature checks, expiration date checks, and proper food storage.

Must refrain from comments and actions that directly contradict the CFD Clinical Model and Dietary CARE model.

Substance Use Division:

Accurately and securely collecting urine specimens including verifying donor identification, ensuring chain of custody, and following specific handling procedures

Residential Treatment Only:

In states where permissible, passing medicine will be required. Training and/or required certification will be provided.

Provides transportation services including patient transportation/supervision, errands, shopping, admits, outings, etc. (must be pre-qualified to drive a company vehicle).