Behavioral Health Technician - Day Shift, Full-Time

Arkansas Children's; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Arkansas Children's Behavioral Health Technician is a full-time role in the CC013125 Behavioral Health department, with a day shift (7a–7p) across Monday to Sunday. The position is safety-sensitive and contributes to patient safety through observation and intervention.

The role supports treatment teams by documenting mood and vitals, engaging in de-escalation, and ensuring a safe, clean care environment for patients and staff.

Qualifications

• No formal education requirements.
• Recommended Education: High school diploma or GED or equivalent.
• 2 years of relevant work experience; HS Diploma or GED may substitute for 2 years of work experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintains documentation of mood, mental sharpness, sleep, eating patterns, and overall function.
• Maintains direct observation and documentation of patient’s vital statistics.
• Recognizes and reports early signs of escalation to the patient care team.
• Applies de-escalation techniques and participates in patient care tasks as directed.

Skills

Safety observations

De-escalation techniques

Patient care support

Team communication

Education

High school diploma or GED or equivalent

Job description

Arkansas Children's Behavioral Health Technician is a full-time role in the CC013125 Behavioral Health department, with a day shift (7a–7p) across Monday to Sunday. The position is safety-sensitive and contributes to patient safety through observation and intervention.

The role supports treatment teams by documenting mood and vitals, engaging in de-escalation, and ensuring a safe, clean care environment for patients and staff.