Behavioral Health Technician

Paycom; Clearwater (FL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Paycom is seeking an entry-level Client Serving Specialist to support clients in a treatment program environment, ensuring safety and dignity in daily operations.

You will supervise clients, transport them in agency vehicles, and provide information in group settings under supervision. Must have a high school diploma and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• One year of behavioral health experience preferred.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Must pass background and drug screen.
• Must complete training as required by program policies.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct supervision of clients and ensure health, safety and security.
• Transport clients in approved agency vehicles.
• Under supervision, provide information and education to clients in a group setting.
• Work assigned shifts.

Skills

Write clearly

Windows proficiency

Typing speed

Deskside work

Mobility around facilities

Lifting 10 pounds

Hearing/vision

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Tools

Windows OS

Job description

GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Entry level client serving position for individuals with limited counseling skills and/or experience. Support Specialists provide direct supervision of clients and responsibility for the health, safety and security of clients assigned; transport clients in approved agency vehicles. Under appropriate supervision, may provide information and education to clients in a group setting. Techs work assigned shifts.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:Commitment to workplace of dignity and respectCompliance with all Equal Employment Opportunity rules and guidelinesAbility to work with others cooperatively and cordially in a spirit of teamworkAbility to appear at work as scheduled, mindful of the company’s attendance policiesAbility to accept direction from managers and supervisors in a respectful and collaborative mannerEDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:High School Diploma / GED requiredOne year of experience working in the field of behavioral health preferred.SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:Valid driver's licenseMust be cleared by PAR auto insurance carrier to operate PAR vehiclesMust pass level II background and drug screen.Must maintain current training as required by Operation PAR, Inc. policiesESSENTIAL PHYSICAL/TECHNICAL SKILLS:Ability to write accurately and legiblyModerate proficiency in the use of Microsoft Windows-based computersAbility to accurately type at least 40 words per minute.Ability to sit at a desk and view a display screen for extended periods of timeAbility to bend, stoop and reachAbility to sit in meetings for extended periods of timeAbility to move throughout program facilities both indoors and outdoorsAbility to lift and carry 10 poundsGood hearing and visionReasonable accommodations will be made for otherwise qualified individuals with a disability.ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:Treatment program / hospital environmentExposure to individuals who may be experiencing emotional distress or agitationPossible exposure to clients with communicable diseasesWe are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, or protected veteran status.Florida’s Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse helps ensure that caregivers, health workers, and educators meet Level 2 background screening standards before they can work with children, seniors, or other vulnerable groups. For more information, please visit https://info.flclearinghouse.com.