BEHAVIORAL HEALTH TECHNICIAN - FULL TIME/PM

The Pride Institute; Eden Prairie (MN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in addiction treatment is seeking dedicated Behavioral Health Technicians. This full-time role involves working closely with clients in a supportive environment, ensuring their safety and compliance with treatment protocols. Ideal candidates will have a passion for helping others and a willingness to learn about mental health and chemical dependency. Join a team that values reliability, teamwork, and effective communication, making a meaningful impact in the lives of those in recovery. This is a unique opportunity to be part of a respected organization committed to excellence in client-centered care.

Qualifications

• Ideal candidates should have knowledge of chemical dependency and mental health issues.
• Effective communication and human relations skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Ensure client safety and compliance with program rules.
• Communicate effectively with the treatment team about client progress.

Skills

Knowledge of chemical dependency

Knowledge of mental health issues

Effective Human Relations skills

Ability to maintain confidentiality

Problem-solving skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

CPR and First Aid training

Job description

Responsibilities

As we look back on Pride Institute’s almost 38-year history of providing our clients with an inclusive and accepting place for recovery through evidence-based treatment for substance abuse, sexual health and mental health, we realize that Pride Institute’s services and advocacy are needed now more than ever! Our Residential Treatment Center (RTC) staff in Eden Prairie and our Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) staff in Uptown Minneapolis understand the issues the LGBTQIA+ community face, and our mission is to give clients the tools needed for addiction and mental health recovery.

For the past four years, Pride Institute has been recognized as one of Newsweek’s Best Addiction Treatment Centers. We have also been honored by the MINNESOTA’S Best STAR TRIBUNE READERS’ CHOICE survey every year since its inception in 2021 with the silver award in the Recovery/Treatment Center category.

We strive to provide the best client-centered care by employing and developing highly qualified staff trained in working specifically with the LGBTQIA+ community and dedicated to service excellence.

In addition to our clinical team, made up of counselors, mental health clinicians, and therapists, our RTC also employs an experienced nursing/tech team who provide 24/7 compassionate medical care to our residential clients and ensure that our clients feel safe during their time with us. Our Nurses and Behavioral Health Techs epitomize teamwork and service excellence.

We are always looking for hard-working and dependable Behavioral Health Technicians with a passion for helping people focus on their recovery. We are currently looking for a Behavioral Technician to join our team! This position is FULL-TIME with the following set schedule: SUN-WED and FRI 3PM-1130PM

Our Techs are instrumental in ensuring client safety and compliance with our program rules and guidelines. Our Techs are fair, firm and consistent in their approach to each client and are able to establish appropriate boundaries in all client interactions. They communicate effectively with each other and the rest of our interdisciplinary treatment team regarding client response to therapy, treatment interventions, and therapeutic objectives, and they work in collaboration with all staff in planning for discharge and follow-up care.

Ideal Tech candidates possess:

1. Knowledge of chemical dependency and mental health issues or a willingness to learn
2. Knowledge of therapeutic milieu management techniques or a willingness to learn
3. Knowledge and training in CPR and First Aid or a willingness to learn
4. Knowledge of 12 step (and similar) programs or willingness to learn
5. Qualities of reliability and dependability and a commitment to do what they say they are going to do
6. Effective Human Relations skills including the ability to recognize behaviors and set appropriate limits in clear, concise, and non-judgmental terms; the ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations; the ability to work in a fast-paced environment and to use good judgment to solve problems; the ability to maintain confidentiality; the ability to work as a team player and communicate effectively with clients and co-workers; and the ability to adhere to safety policies and procedures.

Qualifications

1. High School Diploma or equivalent preferred
2. Valid driver's license is required
3. One year work experience in a mental health/psychiatric and/or chemical dependency treatment setting preferred
4. Must maintain compliance with all facility annual competencies, as well as CPR and First Aid
5. Must be able to pass/clear the MN DHS Background Study and must pass a UA drug test

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ABOUT THE PRIDE INSTITUTE: We are a subsidiary of Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS). One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, UHS has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500 corporation, annual revenues were $13.4 billion in 2022. During the year, UHS was again recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune; and listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 94,000 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries, operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located all over the U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. www.uhs.com

EEO Statement

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.

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