Behavioral Health Technician

Centerstone; Bradenton (FL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

403b retirement plan with company 3%

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Centerstone is seeking a Behavioral Technician to support clients in a mental health/addictions facility in Bradenton, FL. The role involves monitoring vital signs, assisting with daily living activities, and ensuring nutritional and social needs are met.

You will also train new technicians, perform safety checks, and manage belongings while responding to emergencies with team-based techniques. Valid Florida driver’s license is required.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent required.
• One year experience in mental health/addictions facility preferred.
• BLS certification, CNA Certification, or CPR certification or Crisis Training preferred.
• Valid Florida Driver’s License with a safe driving record and current auto insurance.

Responsibilities

• Obtain vital signs (BP, resp, temp) and report results to nursing.
• Provide assistance and supervision to clients in activities of daily living.
• Assist in providing for and supervising clients’ special nutritional needs.
• Provide social interaction opportunities for clients.
• Assist in training newly hired Behavioral Technicians.
• Complete 15 minute safety checks.
• Inventory and document patient belongings including contraband and monetary items.
• Mediate agitated clients using approved Team Verbal techniques.
• Respond to emergency codes using TEAM Physical/Verbal techniques.

Skills

Communication skills

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Centerstone is among the nation’s leading nonprofit behavioral health systems with thousands of employees dedicated to delivering care that changes people’s lives. A dynamic, well-established organization, we offer rewarding opportunities to serve all ages in a variety of settings. Come talk to us about joining the Centerstone team!

JOB DESCRIPTION:

SHIFT AND TIMES:

Day Shift

7am-7pm

or

Night Shift

7pm-7am

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• A ble to obtain Vital Signs, (BP, Resp, Temp). Able to perform Urine Drug screens and report results to nursing.
• Provides assistance and supervision to clients in their activities of daily living.
• Assists in providing for and supervising clients’ special nutritional needs.
• Provides social interaction opportunities for clients.
• Assists in training newly hired Behavioral Technicians.
• Completes 15 minute safety checks.
• Inventories and documents patient belongings including contraband and monetary items.
• Mediates agitated clients using approved Team Verbal techniques.
• Responds to emergency codes Dr. Show and Dr. Armstrong using TEAM Physical/Verbal techniques.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Effectively communicate via written, verbal, in person and virtual methods.
• Basic computer skills – MS Outlook, Data entry, word processing, and documentation of vital signs and shift notes via spreadsheet.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education Level

High school graduate or equivalent required.

Years of Experience

One year experience in mental health/addictions facility preferred.

Certification/Licensure

BLS certification, CNA Certification, or CPR certification or Crisis Training preferred. Valid Florida Driver’s License with a safe driving record and current auto insurance.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Standing – 20%

Sitting – 80%

Squatting – Occasional

Kneeling – Occasional

Bending – Occasional

Driving – Occasional

Lifting – Occasional

DISCLAIMER

The duties and responsibilities described in this document are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time, or the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands.

Centerstone is an equal opportunity employer. Employment at Centerstone is based solely on a person’s merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. We treat all clients and colleagues with dignity and respect.

At Centerstone, we use our values as a guide for what we do. Respect, Expertise, Integrity and Empowerment are at the heart of every interaction at Centerstone, and particularly rooted in our Culture.

Our approach to culture is to create an environment that encourages, supports and celebrates the voices and experiences of our employees. We are committed to a culture of empowerment, respect, integrity and expertise that powers our innovation and connects us to each other, our clients and the communities we serve.

Centerstone is also committed to a strong culture of quality and safety, celebrating role-models who champion best practices for quality, clinical risk, and patient safety.

Time Type:

Full time

Pay Range:

$15.00–$21.00

Delivering care that changes people’s lives starts with our employees. Below are just some of the great benefits Centerstone employees enjoy:

• Medical, dental, and vision health coverage
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• 403b retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off and ten paid holidays
• AD&D Insurance, Life Insurance, and Long Term Disability (company paid)
• Employee Resource Groups
• Continuing education opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program

Centerstone is an equal opportunity employer. Employment at Centerstone is based solely on a person’s merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. We treat all clients and colleagues with dignity and respect.

At Centerstone, we use our values as a guide for what we do. Respect, Expertise, Integrity and Empowerment are at the heart of every interaction at Centerstone, and particularly rooted in our Culture.

Our approach to culture is to create an environment that encourages, supports and celebrates the voices and experiences of our employees. We are committed to a culture of empowerment, respect, integrity and expertise that powers our innovation and connects us to each other, our clients and the communities we serve.

Centerstone is also committed to a strong culture of quality and safety, celebrating role-models who champion best practices for quality, clinical risk, and patient safety.