Behavioral Health Technician

Henry Ford Health; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician to join their night shift team in Jackson. The role involves providing direct patient care for individuals facing addiction and behavioral challenges, ensuring their safety and wellbeing. Candidates must have a High School Diploma or equivalent, with preference for those experienced in behavioral health settings. The position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in patient care within a supportive team environment.

Benefits

BLS certification training provided

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• One-year college experience in Behavioral Health, Allied Health, or Psychology.
• At least one year of experience as a Behavioral Health Technician or EMT.
• Ability to manage patients in a therapeutic manner.

Responsibilities

• Perform direct patient care activities for patients with addiction or behavioral issues.
• Provide positive interactions to maximize patient wellbeing.
• Notify manager of significant patient care issues.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Empathy

Education

High School Diploma or G.E.D.

One-year college experience in Behavioral Health or related field

Job description

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General Summary

Under the direction of the Registered Nurse, and in accordance with established policies, procedures, guidelines, and patient care plans, performs a variety of direct patient care activities for patients with addiction, behavioral problems or for mentally ill and imbalanced patients. Provides positive interactions and safe environment to maximize patient wellbeing. Notifies manager of any significant patient care issues.

36 HOUR MIDNIGHTS (7:00PM TO 7:30AM)

General Summary

Under the direction of the Registered Nurse, and in accordance with established policies, procedures, guidelines, and patient care plans, performs a variety of direct patient care activities for patients with addiction, behavioral problems or for mentally ill and imbalanced patients. Provides positive interactions and safe environment to maximize patient wellbeing. Notifies manager of any significant patient care issues.

Education/Experience Required

High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent. Minimum of one-year college experience in Behavioral Health, Allied Health, Psychology or related field. If no college experience, must have at least one year of Behavioral Health Technician experience or applicable experience such as Emergency Medical Technician (EMT). Two or more years of experience as a Behavioral Health Technician in an inpatient psychiatric or addiction medicine setting preferred (depending on location hired). Ability to physically manage patients when necessary in a safe and therapeutic manner. Interpersonal skills necessary to effectively interact with patients providing comfort, empathy, encouragement, and support. Analytical skills necessary to assess patients and gather data relevant to patient care. Ability to work in cooperation with other health care providers to provide quality, safe care to patients.

Certifications/Licensures Required

Complete BLS Heartsaver Certification during orientation. Maintain active BLS certification. Must complete WELLE training within first three months of becoming a Behavioral Health Technician (location specific). Maintain active WELLE certification.

Additional Information

• Organization: Henry Ford Jackson Hospital
• Department: High Acuity Unit-Beh Hlth Unit
• Shift: Night Job
• Union Code: Not Applicable

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care, Insurance, and Wellness and Fitness Services

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