Behavioral Health Technician: Calm Care & Patient Support

Oceans Healthcare, L.L.C.; Broussard (LA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Oceans Behavioral Hospital Broussard is seeking a dedicated Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) to support nursing staff in maintaining a therapeutic milieu for adults and seniors. The role includes performing patient care activities under licensed supervision, monitoring vital signs, and ensuring safety and accuracy in documentation.

This position emphasizes adherence to Joint Commission standards, infection control, and responsive communication to promote consistent, quality care in an

Qualifications

• Must adhere to professional standards and facility policies.
• Ability to apply supportive behavior and de-escalation techniques.
• Accurately inventory patient belongings and secure contraband as needed.
• Comply with universal precautions and infection control policies.
• Perform patient care activities under supervision, including vital signs, intake/output, and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to professional standards and policies and follow federal, state, local requirements.
• Apply supportive behavior and employ de-escalation and therapeutic interventions as needed.
• Inventory patient belongings accurately and secure contraband; perform unit safety checks.
• Comply with infection control policies and required in-services.
• Perform patient care activities under supervision, including vital signs, weight measurement, ADL, intake/output, nutrition monitoring and documentation to the nurse.
• Assist patients with daily living activities and mobility; tailor care to age and cultural needs.
• Document observations and patient data accurately in the medical record and communicate findings to nursing staff.
• Ensure timely communication of task outcomes and patient needs to maintain continuity of care.
• Perform other duties and projects as assigned.

Skills

De-escalation

Therapeutic interventions

Patient care

Infection control

Documentation

Safety checks

Job description

Oceans Behavioral Hospital Broussard is seeking a dedicated Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) to support nursing staff in maintaining a therapeutic milieu for adults and seniors. The role includes performing patient care activities under licensed supervision, monitoring vital signs, and ensuring safety and accuracy in documentation.

This position emphasizes adherence to Joint Commission standards, infection control, and responsive communication to promote consistent, quality care in an