Behavioral Health Technician - Gentle Path

Meadows-Behavioral-Healthcare; Wickenburg (AZ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Meadows Behavioral Health is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician to support nursing staff and ensure patient safety. Responsibilities include data collection, documentation, and 1:1 monitoring to maintain a secure treatment environment.

The role requires English proficiency, ability to work independently and with teams, and adherence to confidentiality and safety protocols within a behavioral health setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• CPR/First Aid certification may be required.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and follow policies.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic patient care under nursing supervision.
• Perform data collection and maintain accurate documentation.
• Monitor patients and ensure safety and security of the milieu.
• Assist with admission and discharge processes.
• Communicate concerns to the Charge Nurse/RN.
• Support treatment team with plan of care implementation.

Skills

Patient safety

Communication

Data collection

Multi-tasking

Teamwork

Confidentiality

English proficient

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor's Degree preferred

Tools

CPR/First Aid

CPI

Job description

This is where you change your storyAt Meadows Behavioral Health we understand that new directions to career advancing and improvement can be scary, but we are excited to offer you a possible new rewarding chapter with us! Come join us in transforming lives!Who are we?Meadows Behavioral Healthcare is a leader in the behavioral health industry. Meadows Behavioral Healthcare offer a range of specialized programs including residential, outpatient and virtual treatment. We provide care for drug and alcohol addiction, trauma, sexual addiction, behavioral health conditions, and co-occurring disorders. We offer state-of-the-art care including neurofeedback and other services. Our evidence-based approach is rooted in decades of clinical experience, with more than 45 years in the field. Our approach is different and success stories from our patients are the proof.Who are you?Are you compassionate, innovative and have a passion to make an impact? Are you looking to get your foot in the door with a company that will believe in your abilities and train you to advance? 75% of our current top-level executive staff are organic internal promotions from within.We might be a perfect fit for you!As the Behavioral Health Technician you will provide basic patient care under the direction of the nursing staff with a focus on patient safety. Perform general and specialized data collection, clerical and administrative duties in support of the program.Essential Duties Include:Promotes patient safety through awareness of the environment of care and in all action that involve patient care.Communicates patient safety issues quickly, clearly and effectively.Perform ongoing observation of the patients and milieu to ensure active treatment is provided and patients are participating Intervene appropriately with patients experiencing a behavioral crisis situation, i.e., suicidal, threatening behavior, elopement and/or other situations, using approved interventions.Participate with the treatment team in implementation of the individualized plan of care.Report factors that may impede successful accomplishment of the treatment plan to the Charge Nurse/RN.Assists in the admission and discharge of patient.Conducts luggage searches for all admits and may conduct room searches as assigned.Obtain and report accurate vital sign readings. Accompany patients on appointment.Provide 1:1 and Line of Sight monitoring for patients when order received.Performs unit clerk duties to include data collection, clerical, and administrative duties, completing all appropriate documentation according to the policies and procedures of the facility.Ability to converse in English with others to give, take and process information; extensive use of telephone.Ability to maintain confidentiality of information, multi-task, coordinate projects and record/transcribe general and specific meeting minutes.Ability to work independently and collaboratively.Communicate with other staff to relay concerns and observations involving patient safetyEducation and Experience:High school diploma or general education diploma (GED) or Bachelor's Degree preferred.CPI, CPR / First Aid; Valid State Driver's License if required by State Law and operating a company vehicle.In addition to State requirements, one-year acute inpatient with psychiatric care experience preferred.We are a Drug Free Company. All positions are designated as Safety Sensitive positions and in light of our company mission, the Company does not employ medical marijuana cardholders. Following an offer of employment, and prior to reporting to work, all applicants will be required to submit to and pass a substance abuse screen.Meadows Behavioral Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Meadows Behavioral Health provides reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities and if you need reasonable accommodation during any time of the employment process, please reach out to [e-mail].