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Behavioral Health Technician 3rd shift (Part Time and Full Time)

Bridges of Hope, LLC

Chicago (IL)

On-site

USD 30,000 - 40,000

Full time

18 days ago

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Job summary

A leading company in behavioral health is seeking Behavioral Health Technicians for part-time and full-time roles. Successful candidates will provide direct care in residential and detox programs, ensuring comprehensive support for individuals with addiction and mental health challenges. Applicants should have strong communication skills, a positive demeanor, and a willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

  • Must learn quickly and communicate effectively.
  • Scheduling flexibility, including weekends, is required.
  • Valid driver's license and proof of insurance.

Responsibilities

  • Provide quality care for patients in recovery.
  • Document client behaviors during rounds and meetings.
  • Transport patients to appointments and events.

Skills

Communication
Problem Solving
Time Management
Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED
CPR or BLS certification

Job description

Position:Behavioral Health Technician 3rd shift (Part Time and Full Time)

Location: Anderson, IN

Job Id:296

# of Openings:1

Located Near: Muncie, Anderson, Lapel, Alexandria, Fishers, and Noblesville

Summary:

BHT's will provide direct care for all clients in our residential and detox programs. Under the immediate supervision of the Behavior Health Technician Manager, BHT's are responsible for monitoring, observing, and reporting client activities while providing structure and support. To be successful in this role, employees must be upbeat, positive, energetic, and outgoing, while having the ability to multi-task, take initiative and think ahead. Behavioral Health Technicians need to be able to handle client complaints and problem solve while keeping a professional and positive attitude.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Provide the highest possible quality of care for patients struggling with alcohol and substance abuse recovery
  • Follow and enforce all program rules
  • Must be comfortable working closely with people with addiction and mental health disorders
  • Must have the ability to work closely with staff members across all departments
  • Perform client rounds and document any observed or communicated behaviors
  • BHT is responsible for reading shift notes at the beginning of their shift and completing shift notes before the end of their shift
  • Maintain appropriate boundaries, ethical and moral standards, and confidentiality with all clients
  • BHT transports patients to appointments, labs, activities, and community or special events, etc.
  • Attend and participate in any required staff meetings and training
  • Conduct new client admissions when the Admissions Department is not available
  • Have the ability to multi-task, work in a fast paced and changing environment
  • Maintain a visible presence on the floor
  • Knowledge of substance abuse/addiction issues or related work experience
  • Participate in staff, treatment team, and leadership team meetings as appropriate
  • Maintain clean, orderly, and sanitary conditions throughout the facilities. (i.e., trash collection, etc.)
  • Other duties as assigned
Job Requirements:
  • High school diploma, GED
  • An ability to learn quickly, multi-task, and utilize effective communication skills, including both telephone and in-person
  • Scheduling flexibility, holiday, and weekend rotation is REQUIRED.
  • Must hold valid driver's license with acceptable driving record
  • Positive demeanor and clear understanding of professional boundaries with clients
  • Knowledge of addiction/mental health disorders preferred
  • Ability to follow directives while adhering to facility policies with seamless implementation.
  • Time management skills, team approach, and basic computer skills.
  • Valid Driver’s license
  • Proof of insurance
  • CPR or BLS certification (must be completed within 60 days of hire)
Physical Requirements:
  • Mobility - Twist, Bend, Stoop/squat, Move quickly (respond to emergency), Climb stairs, Walk, Stand
  • Visual - See information up to 24 inches away (monitors, computer screens, skin conditions), See objects up to 20 feet away (patient in room), Use depth perception, Use of peripheral vision.
  • Strength - Squeeze with hands (operate fire extinguisher)
  • Other - Reach above shoulders/overhead, Reach below the waist (electrical plugs, etc.), Reach in front (assist patient with arms out), Pick up objects with hands, Write with pen, Use computer (type), Pinch/pick or otherwise work with fingers (use keyboard, etc.), Twist at waist, Twist wrists/hands (turn objects/knobs using hands).
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