Behavioral Health Technician

Davita Inc.; Bradenton (FL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nonprofit behavioral health system seeks a dedicated individual for a full-time role in client care and support. Responsibilities include obtaining vital signs, assisting clients with daily activities, and mediating client interactions. Candidates must possess a high school diploma and relevant experience in mental health settings.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision health coverage

403b retirement plan with company match

Paid time off and ten paid holidays

Continuing education opportunities

Qualifications

• 1 year experience in a mental health/addictions facility required.
• Must possess a valid Florida Driver's License and safe driving record.

Responsibilities

• Obtain vital signs and perform urine drug screens.
• Provide assistance and supervision to clients.
• Assist in training newly hired Behavioral Technicians.

Skills

Communication

Documentation

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:

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Able 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 required.

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.

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. Centerstone does not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), or any other basis protected by law.

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.