Behavioral Health Technician - Full-Time, Growth Path

Universal Hospital Services Inc.; Hanover Township (IL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision

STD/LTD

Life Insurance

401(k) with employer matching

Stock option purchase

Tuition Reimbursement

Pet Insurance

Other voluntary benefits

Job summary

Universal Health Services, Inc. is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) for Streamwood Behavioral Healthcare System in Streamwood, IL. The role involves providing continuous patient care, crisis intervention, and group activities within a treatment team under RN supervision.

Entry-level position with opportunities for promotion; competitive benefits include health, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) with employer matching, tuition reimbursement, and PTO accrual.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Bachelor's Degree or college courses in health care, mental health, recreational therapy, education, or human growth & development preferred
• One year in behavioral health required

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe and therapeutic milieu and supervise patients
• Perform crisis intervention and assist with activities of daily living
• Conduct group activities and milieu management under RN supervision
• Demonstrate effective communication with patients of various ages
• Utilize verbal de-escalation and collaborative problem solving techniques

Job description

Universal Health Services, Inc. is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) for Streamwood Behavioral Healthcare System in Streamwood, IL. The role involves providing continuous patient care, crisis intervention, and group activities within a treatment team under RN supervision.

Entry-level position with opportunities for promotion; competitive benefits include health, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) with employer matching, tuition reimbursement, and PTO accrual.