Behavioral Health Technician (7a-3p)

Operation PAR, Inc.; Largo (FL); On-site; USD 40,115,712 - 48,711,936; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9 paid holidays per year

3 weeks of PTO per year (on top of hol

3 weeks of PTO per year (on top of the

4 weeks/year after 2 years

5 weeks/year after 5 years

401k matching

Continuing education reimbursement

Job summary

Operation PAR, Inc. seeks an entry level Behavioral Health Tech to support clients with limited counseling skills under supervision. Responsibilities include supervising clients, ensuring safety, and transporting clients in agency vehicles.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED and may prefer one year in behavioral health; candidates should be reliable, able to type, and comfortable working shifts in a team setting. Reasonable accommodations provided.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Typing 40 wpm

Windows proficiency

Accurate writing

Mobility around facilities

Lift 10 pounds

Hearing and vision

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Job description

Operation PAR, Inc. is a non-profit organization offering the full continuum of services for individuals with substance use and/or mental health disorders. PAR has been providing comprehensive behavioral health treatment in west Florida since 1970 through advocacy, education, clinical services, and research.

BENEFITS:

• 9 paid holidays per year
• 3 weeks of PTO per year (on top of holidays). PTO increases to 4 weeks/year after 2 years of employment, and then to 5 weeks/year after 5 years of employment.
• 401k matching
• Continuing education, reimbursement for professional certifications, licensure and qualified supervision.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

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

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 pass level II background (https://info.flclearinghouse.com) and drug screen
• Must be cleared by PAR auto insurance carrier to operate PAR vehicles
• Must maintain a driving record that meets agency insurance standards
• Successful completion of a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) review is required prior to final employment approval
• 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:

• Exposure to individuals who may be experiencing emotional distress or agitation
• Possible exposure to clients with communicable diseases