Behavioral Health Technician

Socket.dev; Benton (AR); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off and disability insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company-m

Tuition assistance and loan support

Wellness programs and gym memberships

Job summary

Saline Memorial Hospital in Benton, AR is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) for the night shift (3x12, weekends may vary). You will assist patients with daily living activities, provide direct patient care, observe and report changes, and support crisis intervention to maintain safety.

The team emphasizes compassionate care with comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional growth. Education includes a high school diploma; CNA preferred, plus BLS and Handle with Care

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• CNA preferred.
• BLS certification within 45 days of hire; Handle with Care within 45 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assists patients with activities of daily living.
• Provides or assists with direct patient care, diagnostic procedures and therapeutic interventions.
• Observes and records patient behavior; reports changes to nursing staff and suggests treatment modifications.
• Provides crisis intervention with incoming calls and on the unit to maintain safety.
• Adheres to LifePoint Code of Conduct and relevant policies.

Skills

CNA

BLS

Handle with Care

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Saline Memorial Hospital - 1 Medical Park Dr, Benton, AR 72015

Behavioral Health Technician (BHT)

Job Type: Night Shift

Schedule: 3x12, Weekends May Vary

Your experience matters:

Saline Clinic is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier.

More About Our Team:

People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. At Saline Health System, we are committed to providing our patients with the highest quality, family-friendly care available. We offer a wide range of health care services, including emergency medicine, heart care, maternity care, sleep medicine, surgical services, and many more.

How you'll contribute:

• Assists patients with performing activities of daily living.
• Provides or assists with providing direct patient care, diagnostic procedures and therapeutic interventions.
• Observes and records patient behavior and activities. Reports any changes in physical, mental or emotional condition to nursing staff and suggests modifications to the treatment plan.
• Provides crisis intervention with incoming calls and on the unit to maintain safety.
• Review and comply with LifePoint Code of Conduct and all relevant Company and Division policies and procedures.

Why join us:

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What we're looking for:

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent Required

License: CNA Preferred

Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) Must have within 45 days of hire; Handle with Care (HWC) Mush have within 45 days of hire.

Connect with a Recruiter:

Have questions? Please contact Tiffany Williams by emailing [e-mail]

More about Saline Health System

People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. At Saline Health System, we are committed to providing our patients with the highest quality, family-friendly care available. We offer a wide range of health care services, including emergency medicine, heart care, maternity care, sleep medicine, surgical services, and many more.

The picturesque Benton town square is the focal point of the community. One of the town's main thoroughfares, Military Road, parallels the Old Southwest Trail used by frontier travelers on their way West. The Southwest Trail is part of the Arkansas Heritage Trails System. The Saline River has excellent fishing, scenery and backcountry floating for the outdoors enthusiast.

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.

We employ and provide care to people from all walks of life. We are committed to promoting healing, providing hope, preserving dignity and producing value with an inclusive workforce in which diversity is leveraged, respected, and reflective of the patients, family members, customers and team members we serve.