Behavioral Health Technician (7a-3p)

Priority Dispatch Corp.; Largo (FL); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Priority Dispatch Corp. is seeking an entry-level Support Specialist in Largo, FL to assist with client supervision and safety under supervision. You may transport clients in approved agency vehicles and provide group information to clients as needed.

Under appropriate supervision, assist with education sessions and adhere to shift schedules. The role requires a High School Diploma or GED and a valid driver's license, with background and drug screening conducted as part of the process.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• One year of experience in behavioral health preferred.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Must pass level II background and drug screen.
• Must maintain current training as required by policies.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct supervision of clients and ensure health, safety and security.
• Transport clients in approved agency vehicles as needed.
• Under supervision, provide information and education to clients in a group setting.
• Work assigned shifts.

Skills

Accurate writing

Typing speed

Windows proficiency

Teamwork

Attendance

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Largo Campus - Largo, FL 33771

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: High School/GED

Salary Range: $18.00 - $18.00 Hourly

Travel Percentage: Negligible

Job Shift: Any

Job Category: Nonprofit - Social Services

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Entry level client serving position for individuals with limited counseling skills and/or experience.

Support Specialists provide direct supervision of clients and responsibility for the health, safety and security of clients assigned; transport clients in approved agency vehicles.

Under appropriate supervision, may provide information and education to clients in a group setting.

Techs work assigned shifts.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Commitment to workplace of dignity and respect
• Compliance with all Equal Employment Opportunity rules and guidelines
• Ability to work with others cooperatively and cordially in a spirit of teamwork
• Ability to appear at work as scheduled, mindful of the company’s attendance policies
• Ability to accept direction from managers and supervisors in a respectful and collaborative manner

Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High School Diploma / GED required
• One year of experience working in the field of behavioral health preferred.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Valid driver's license
• Must be cleared by PAR auto insurance carrier to operate PAR vehicles
• Must pass level II background and drug screen.
• Must maintain current training as required by Operation PAR, Inc. policies

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL/TECHNICAL SKILLS

• Ability to write accurately and legibly
• Moderate proficiency in the use of Microsoft Windows-based computers
• Ability to accurately type at least 40 words per minute.
• Ability to sit at a desk and view a display screen for extended periods of time
• Ability to bend, stoop and reach
• Ability to sit in meetings for extended periods of time
• Ability to move throughout program facilities both indoors and outdoors
• Ability to lift and carry 10 pounds
• Good hearing and vision

Reasonable accommodations will be made for otherwise qualified individuals with a disability.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

• Treatment program / hospital environment
• Exposure to individuals who may be experiencing emotional distress or agitation
• Possible exposure to clients with communicable diseases

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, or protected veteran status.

Florida’s Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse helps ensure that caregivers, health workers, and educators meet Level 2 background screening standards before they can work with children, seniors, or other vulnerable groups. For more information, please visit https://info.flclearinghouse.com.