Behavioral Health Technician — Compassionate Care

Oceans Healthcare; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Daily Pay

Paid Time Off

Competitive Market Compensation

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Oceans Behavioral Hospital Permian Basin is seeking a dedicated Behavioral Health Technician to support nursing staff and maintain a therapeutic milieu for adults and seniors with anxiety, depression, and other mental health conditions. The role requires good reading/writing, strong communication, and potential CNA or 6 months of bedside care experience.

You will follow safety and infection control procedures, complete BLS, and participate in de-escalation training as part of Oceans' commitment

Qualifications

• Must be able to read, write and follow verbal and written instruction.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Must work well with diverse populations.
• Must be able to utilize Age, Disability and Cultural Specific knowledge in working with specialized populations.
• Must be in good physical and mental health with integrity.
• Must be able to work under close supervision.
• Must complete BLS and Oceans approved de-escalation program.

Responsibilities

• Continually monitors and supports compliance within unit rules.
• Employ de-escalation and therapeutic interventions as needed.
• Inventories patient belongings accurately and secures contraband; completes unit safety checks.
• Adheres to infection control policies and attends required trainings.
• Performs patient care activities under supervision: vital signs, weights, ADL, nutrition monitoring, and communicates findings to the nurse.
• Assists patients with laundry, meals, bathroom functions and mobility needs.
• Individualizes care to age/disability/cultural needs of patients.
• Documents patient observation and nutrition/water intake accurately.
• Communicates task outcomes and follow-ups to nursing staff to ensure continuity of care.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Reading/Writing

Communication

Cultural sensitivity

BLS

De-escalation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Oceans Behavioral Hospital Permian Basin is seeking a dedicated Behavioral Health Technician to support nursing staff and maintain a therapeutic milieu for adults and seniors with anxiety, depression, and other mental health conditions. The role requires good reading/writing, strong communication, and potential CNA or 6 months of bedside care experience.

You will follow safety and infection control procedures, complete BLS, and participate in de-escalation training as part of Oceans' commitment