Behavioral Health Technician - 12-Hour Shifts

Fherehab; Deerfield Beach (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

FHE Health in Deerfield Beach, FL seeks a Mental Health Specialist (MHS) to join its detox and mental health facility. This full-time professional position offers hourly pay and requires CPR certification, CPI training, and a behavioral health qualification with relevant experience.

The role involves supporting admissions, patient care, crisis intervention, and coordination with the treatment team. Applicants must be able to drive for the facility and meet age requirements.

Qualifications

• Current CPR Certification or must be obtained.
• Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) Training or must be obtained.
• Be at least 21 years of age to drive company vehicles, if required.
• Certification or associate degree in behavioral health.
• Experience working in a mental health institution or psychiatric facility.

Responsibilities

• Assist the nursing staff in the responsibility for day-to-day processing of new admissions.
• Serve as a support for patients entering treatment in the facility.
• Observe all patient activity, maintain a visible presence on the patients in and outside the campus, and circulate throughout the treatment center’s facility.
• Assist patients’ daily activities and ADL’s, as needed.
• Act as a liaison between patients and treatment team, documenting pertinent observations to support treatment team and assist the patient.
• Recognize and respond to crisis situations and provides appropriate interventions.
• Supervise patients while they are unpacking/packing
• Maintain orderly conduct of patients, ensuring the safety of all patients.
• Conduct searches of patient property and removes all contraband.
• Observe urinalysis exams.
• Transport patients to and from the emergency room and/or doctor’s appointments when necessary using company vehicle.

Skills

CPR Certification

CPI Training

Education

Certification or associate degree in behavioral health

Experience in mental health facility

Job description

FHE Health in Deerfield Beach, FL seeks a Mental Health Specialist (MHS) to join its detox and mental health facility. This full-time professional position offers hourly pay and requires CPR certification, CPI training, and a behavioral health qualification with relevant experience.

The role involves supporting admissions, patient care, crisis intervention, and coordination with the treatment team. Applicants must be able to drive for the facility and meet age requirements.