Behavioral Health Technician (51594)

WestCare Inc; Saint Petersburg (FL); On-site; USD 15,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

New hire incentive

Job summary

WestCare Foundation is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician to supervise clients, support daily activities, and maintain safety within the facility in Saint Petersburg, FL. The role involves assisting with chores, transporting clients to appointments, and documenting daily notes under supervision. Vaccination requirements may apply per policy.

The position is full-time and on-site. A current Florida driver's license is required, and candidates must be at least 21 years old.

Qualifications

• Must hold a current Florida Driver License.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be 21 years of age or older.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct supervision of clients to ensure safety of residents.
• Model appropriate behavior and compliance with program rules.
• Assist with chores and mealtime preparation; facilitate house meetings.
• Transport clients to appointments as needed.
• Complete support documentation and daily notes for assigned clients.
• Witness/monitor clients taking medication as required.
• Utilize crisis intervention techniques to de-escalate situations and ensure safety.
• Work under supervision of Program Coordinator.
• Support WestCare Foundation's mission and goals.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Driver's license

Fast-paced environment

21+ years old

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position Summary

Person in this position will provide direct supervision of clients ensuring safety of all residents, model appropriate behavior, and compliance to program rules. Daily routine care and supervision will fall mainly to the Behavioral Health Technician. Essential Job Functions include those listed below. Other duties may be assigned as needed.

Essential Job Functions

• Assist with chores including mealtime preparation and facilitate house meetings.
• Transport to community appointments such as medical, dental, school, as needed.
• Complete support documentation and daily notes for assigned clients.
• May be required to witness/monitor clients taking medication.
• Utilize crisis intervention techniques to assist with de-escalation of situations ensuring safety for all.
• Work under the supervision of Program Coordinator.
• Embrace and embody the mission, vision, guiding principles, clinical vision, and goals of WestCare Foundation.
• Other relevant duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Current Florida Driver License
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Must be 21 years of age or older
• During tenure with WestCare there may be new requirements, including, but not limited to vaccinations that are issued by local, State, Federal, and/or Funders that WestCare may have to comply with. Should this occur Human Resources or appropriate personnel will inform you.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Working Conditions

• Indoor and outdoor setting.
• Potential for high noise level at times
• Regular attendance is required.
• Working overtime may be required and essential to perform job duties at times.
• The normal work routine involves no exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues, but exposure or potential exposure may be required as a condition of employment. Appropriate personal protective equipment will be readily available to every employee engaged in Category II tasks.

Benefits

$1,000 Incentive for eligible new hires!

Equal Opportunity Employment

WestCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment at WestCare is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment drug test, pre-employment physical and criminal background check.