Behavioral Health Technician - Detox Night & Weekend Shift

Praesum Healthcare; Town of Islip (NY); On-site; USD 24,796 - 30,996; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401k with company match up to 5%

Accrued Paid Time Off (PTO)

Education reimbursement

Career Advancement Opportunities

Job summary

A leading treatment facility in New York is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician to provide essential patient care. The role involves communicating between patients and medical staff, ensuring patient needs are met, and maintaining proper documentation. Ideal candidates should have a high school diploma, knowledge of addiction, and two years of sobriety prior to hire. This position offers competitive hourly pay and various benefits, including paid time off and career advancement opportunities.

Qualifications

• 2 years continuous sobriety prior to hire.

Responsibilities

• Completion of intakes on new patient admissions.
• Document attendance for all groups.
• Recording inventory log of patient's personal belongings.
• Interact appropriately with patients and staff.

Skills

Knowledge of addiction and mental health

De-escalation skills

Experience with Microsoft Office products

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

A leading treatment facility in New York is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician to provide essential patient care. The role involves communicating between patients and medical staff, ensuring patient needs are met, and maintaining proper documentation. Ideal candidates should have a high school diploma, knowledge of addiction, and two years of sobriety prior to hire. This position offers competitive hourly pay and various benefits, including paid time off and career advancement opportunities.