Behavioral Health Technician

Wilson Medical Center; Wilson (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Wilson Medical Center in Wilson, NC seeks a Behavioral Health Tech for PRN, in-person support to patients and nursing staff. You will assist with daily living activities and contribute to care plans within a multidisciplinary team.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, CNA preferred, and BLS/HWC certifications within 45 days of hire. You will be part of Lifepoint Health's broader mission to support patient well-being.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent Required.
• CNA preferred.
• BLS certification due within 45 days of hire.
• Handle with Care (HWC) certification within 45 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assists patients with activities of daily living (ADLs).
• Provides or assists with direct patient care, diagnostic procedures, and therapies.
• Observes patient behavior and reports changes to nursing staff.
• Provides crisis intervention to maintain safety on unit and during calls.

Skills

ADL assistance

Direct patient care

Crisis intervention

Observation & reporting

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Your Experience Matters

At Lifepoint Health, we are committed to empowering and supporting a diverse and determined workforce who can drive quality, scalability, and significant impact across our hospitals and communities. As a member of the Health Support Center (HSC) team, you'll support those that are in our facilities who are interfacing and providing care to our patients and community members to positively impact our mission of making communities healthier ®.

Schedule: PRN

Job Location Type: In-person

How You’ll Contribute

A Behavioral Health Tech who excels in this role:

• Assists patients with performing activities of daily living.
• Provides or assists with providing direct patient care, diagnostic procedures and therapeutic interventions.
• Observes and records patient behavior and activities. Reports any changes in physical, mental or emotional condition to nursing staff and suggests modifications to the treatment plan.
• Provides crisis intervention with incoming calls and on the unit to maintain safety.

Why Join Us

• Comprehensive Benefits:Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time andpart-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO:Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth:Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being:Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development:Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent Required

Licenses

CNA Preferred

Certifications

Basic Life Support (BLS) Must have within 45 days of hire; Handle with Care (HWC) Mush have within 45 days of hire

EEOC Statement

"Wilson Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Wilson Medical Center is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment."