Behavioral Health Technician (Crisis Stabilization)

Highland Rivers Health; Cedartown (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in mental health services is seeking a compassionate Technician to join their team. In this role, you will play a vital part in assisting individuals with their treatment journeys, collecting essential information for intake, and monitoring their progress toward recovery. Your responsibilities will include providing direct care, leading activities, and ensuring the safety and wellbeing of clients. This position offers a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those facing mental health challenges, all while being part of a supportive and dedicated team.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Flexible Benefits

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Personal Day

Student Loan Forgiveness

Clinical Supervision

Qualifications

• Experience in mental health or substance use treatment preferred.
• Ability to respond effectively in crisis situations.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and report on the individual's wellbeing and progress.
• Assist with admissions, discharges, and daily living activities.

Skills

Crisis Management

Patient Care

Communication Skills

Monitoring Vital Signs

Education

High School Diploma

Certification in Mental Health

Tools

Carelogic

Job description

There is a place for you at Highland Rivers Behavioral Health!

Highland Rivers provides treatment and recovery services to individuals impacted by mental illness, substance use disorders, and intellectual developmental disabilities.

Are you ready to make a Difference?

Job Summary: A Technician assists with collecting information for individual intake and admission based on interviews with clients, their families, significant others, and appropriate community agencies. They help the treatment team identify individual strengths and weaknesses, and develop treatment/care plans for specific activities, services, or programs. They also monitor the individual's progress toward treatment goals.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Monitor the individual's physical and emotional wellbeing and report unusual behavior or complaints to the supervisor or Charge Nurse.
• Obtain vital signs and physical condition assessments at designated times during shifts, as directed by LPN, RN, MD, or APRN.
• Assist individuals with ADLs supplies, such as towels, washcloths, soap, and maintain cleanliness of beds, clothing, and living areas.
• Assist in admission and discharge processes, including vital signs, safety searches, and orientation to the unit.
• Lead milieu activities such as current event groups, community meetings, fitness, and recreational activities.
• Chart observations following prescribed procedures and document vitals in Carelogic.
• Participate in educational programs, in-service meetings, and trainings for professional growth.
• Participate in emergency codes to ensure unit safety.
• Respond appropriately to crisis situations, including physical interventions like seclusion/restraint.
• Provide direct care for individuals as needed.
• Transport individuals to approved locations at discharge.
• Assist in crisis prevention and management.
• Help serve meals and snacks as needed for Food Service Workers.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Benefits:

• Health Insurance through the State Health Benefit Plan of GA
• Flexible benefits such as dental, vision, life, critical illness, etc.
• Retirement plan with employer matching
• Four weeks of paid time off, increasing with years of service
• Ten paid holidays
• One personal day
• Qualifying employer for Public Student Loan Forgiveness
• NHSC loan forgiveness in qualifying counties
• Clinical supervision for licensure track candidates