Behavioral Health Technician: Caring Security & Support

Cenikor Foundation; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 33,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Tuition Reimbursement

401K

Medical Benefits

Job summary

Cenikor Foundation in Irving, TX is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) to protect assets, staff and clients while providing therapeutic support and preventing client elopement. The role involves implementing security measures and escorting clients inside and outside the facility.

Ideal candidates will have empathy for those served, strong communication skills, and the ability to work flexible night shifts as part of a dedicated team.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of security operations and safety practices.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing with staff and residents.
• Ability to understand and follow standard operating procedures, to perform duties in a professional manner, to write and investigate required reports; to make independent and good judgment decisions within proper policy and procedures;
• Ability to detect problems and report information to appropriate personnel.
• Ability to work night shifts and/or flexible hours.
• Ability to consistently uphold the Core Principles of Cenikor's Culture:
• Demonstrate mission of service to our clients
• Positive, respectful communication with both staff and clients
• Demonstrate self-motivation and perseverance to achieve goals
• Role model appropriate, professional behaviors including appropriate client boundaries
• Work effectively as part of a team, helping to set up others for success

Responsibilities

• The Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) is responsible for the protection, safeguarding, and securing of assets, personnel and clients at the facility.
• The BHT is responsible for providing therapeutic assistance and preventing client elopement as well as instituting appropriate security measures while escorting clients inside and outside the facility.

Skills

Security operations

Effective communication

SOP adherence

Problem detection

Night shift flexibility

Core Principles

Teamwork

Client boundaries

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Cenikor Foundation in Irving, TX is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) to protect assets, staff and clients while providing therapeutic support and preventing client elopement. The role involves implementing security measures and escorting clients inside and outside the facility.

Ideal candidates will have empathy for those served, strong communication skills, and the ability to work flexible night shifts as part of a dedicated team.