Behavioral Health Technician

Indiana University Health; Indiana; On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Indiana University Health's Riley Hospital in Indianapolis is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician on a full-time day shift. The role supports the adolescent psychiatric inpatient team by providing basic patient care, maintaining safety, and assisting with admissions, transfers, and discharges.

You will participate in group therapy sessions, perform trained observations, report findings to the mental health team, and assist with triage duties as needed, contributing to compassionate,

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1-3 years of healthcare or mental health experience.
• Associate’s Degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic patient care and ensure safety of all patients.
• Conduct trained observations and report findings to the mental health team.
• Attend and participate in group therapy sessions.
• Assist with admitting, transferring, and discharging patients as directed.
• Perform basic triage duties as required to support clinical operations.

Skills

Basic patient care

Observation reporting

Group therapy participation

Triage duties

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate’s Degree preferred

Job description

Position Title: Behavioral Health Technician

Department: Adolescent Psychiatric Inpatient

Location: Riley Hospital, Indianapolis, IN

Shift: Full-Time Day Shift

Position Overview: The Behavioral Health Technician provides essential basic care and maintains the safety and security of patients under the supervision of the professional behavioral health team. This role involves making trained observations, reporting findings to the mental health team, participating in group therapy sessions, and assisting with patient admissions, transfers, and discharges. The technician may also perform basic triage duties as assigned, supporting the overall mental health care delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide basic patient care and ensure the safety and security of all patients.
• Conduct trained observations and report findings accurately to the mental health team or designated staff.
• Attend and actively participate in group therapy sessions.
• Assist with admitting, transferring, and discharging patients as directed.
• Perform basic triage duties when required to support clinical operations.

Qualifications & Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Associate’s Degree preferred.
• Requires 1-3 years of relevant healthcare or mental health experience.

Basic Computer Skills Required.

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