Behavioral Health Technician — Camp Program

hygeahealthcare; Linthicum (MD); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

hygeahealthcare in Linthicum, MD seeks a Behavioral Health Technician to support clients and monitor safety within the program. The role collaborates with clinical and nursing staff to meet client needs and maintain a clean, therapeutic environment.

The incumbent will assist with activities of daily living, monitor drug testing, and participate in meetings in the Program Manager's absence. Compliance and confidentiality are essential aspects of this position.

Qualifications

• Minimum of High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Associates degree in mental health or addiction treatment setting preferred.
• Current First Aid/CPR certification preferred.
• Training in motivational interviewing a plus.
• Training in Trauma Informed Care a plus.
• Recovery coach training a plus.
• Basic computer and keyboarding skills (i.e. Word, Excel).
• Knowledge of community resources.

Responsibilities

• Provides care to clients in a manner that promotes safety, comfort, and the therapeutic environment.
• Ensures the cleanliness of facility through sanitizing, dusting, deep cleaning, etc. all client areas of the facility (i.e. kitchen, dining room, gym, etc.).
• Assists clients with activities of daily living; attends to client behavioral problems and provides assistance in crisis intervention, as needed.
• Observes and manages urine drug testing and breathalyzer screening.
• Facilitates program or facility meetings in the absence of the Program Manager.
• Maintains confidentiality of client records.
• Maintains established institutional policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance program, and safety, environmental and infection control standards.
• Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, current literature, in service meetings and workshops.
• May provide liaison with clients, families of clients, or external facilities and agencies.

Skills

Client care

Crisis intervention

Infection control

Observation skills

Documentation

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

First Aid/CPR

Motivational Interviewing

Trauma-Informed Care

Recovery coach training

Basic computer skills

Knowledge of community resources

Job description

hygeahealthcare in Linthicum, MD seeks a Behavioral Health Technician to support clients and monitor safety within the program. The role collaborates with clinical and nursing staff to meet client needs and maintain a clean, therapeutic environment.

The incumbent will assist with activities of daily living, monitor drug testing, and participate in meetings in the Program Manager's absence. Compliance and confidentiality are essential aspects of this position.