Behavioral Health Technician

Concentric Healthcare Staffing; Arizona; On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Concentric Healthcare Staffing is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) to support children and adults in hospital, facility, or group home settings. You will assist with behavioral management, facilitate therapeutic recreation, document daily progress, and follow licensing standards to ensure a safe environment.

Qualifications include being at least 21, having a valid Arizona driver's license, 6–12 months of experience with SMI, a high school diploma or GED, CPR/First Aid, and

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Valid Arizona Driver's License.
• 6–12 months experience working with SMI.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Able to obtain Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card.
• Basic computer skills.
• First Aid and CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Participate in team meetings and trainings.
• Assist with client admission and discharge as needed.
• Follow an assigned schedule for daily activities.
• Oversee clients’ completion of daily living tasks.
• Follow and adhere to house or facility rules, norms, expectations and schedules to provide consistency.
• Complete daily progress notes and documentation.
• Safely and appropriately utilize safe physical management techniques if necessary.

Skills

Teamwork

Documentation

Communication

Follow instructions

Education

High school diploma or GED

6–12 months experience with SMI

Job description

Job Description

The BHT’s primary responsibility is to provide support and care for children and adults living in hospitals, facilities or group homes and to maintain a safe environment. BHT’s assist the clients by directing interactions, including but not limited to behavioral management, and by facilitating therapeutic recreational and social life skills. Additional Responsibilities, include but are not limited to:

• Participate in team meetings and trainings.
• Assist with client admission and discharge as needed.
• Follow an assigned schedule for daily activities.
• Oversee clients’ completion of daily living tasks.
• Follow and adhere to house or facility rules, norms, expectations and schedules to provide consistency.
• Complete daily progress notes and documentation.
• Safely and appropriately utilize safe physical management techniques if necessary.

Maintain all DCS licensing standards.

Behavioral Health Technician Minimum Requirements:

• At least 21 years of age
• Possess a valid Arizona Drivers License
• Have a minimum of six months to one year’s experience working with SMI
• Have at the minimum a high school diploma or GED
• Be able to obtain a valid Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card through the Department of Public Safety
• Possess basic computer skills
• Be First Aid and CPR certified

Company Description

Founded and headquartered in Scottsdale, AZ, Concentric Healthcare Solutions specializes in healthcare employment with an emphasis in nursing, behavioral, and allied health. Concentric exhibits a passion for partnering with our clients to become an integral part or their staffing solution. Concentric representatives actively listen to our clients' need for continuity of care.

To accommodate our clients' dynamic needs, Concentric Healthcare Staffing offers registry services to provide staff on a 24/7 basis. Many of our clients chose to enhance their recruiting process by taking advantage of the temporary, temp-to-hire, and direct placement service offerings.