Behavioral Health Technician I - Partial Hospitalization Program

Akron Children's Hospital; Boardman (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider seeks a Behavioral Health Technician I to assist in the care and treatment of children and adolescents. The role involves supporting safety, engaging with patients, and collaborating with mental health professionals. Candidates should have a high school diploma and experience in healthcare is preferred.

Qualifications

• Supports care for children and adolescents in behavioral health.
• Demonstrates knowledge for physical and psychological needs.

Responsibilities

• Maintains safety and supports implementation of care plans.
• Provides supportive care and engages with patients.

Skills

Teamwork

Computerized Documentation

Education

High School Diploma

Associate Degree

Job description

Full-Time: 40 Hours Per Week1st Shift: 8am-4:30pm w/Some Evenings until 6:30pmMonday - FridayPartial Hospitalization ProgramLocation: Mahoning Valley Behavioral Health Center

Summary:

The Behavioral Health Technician I, under the direction and delegation of a Mental Health Therapist supports and assists in the care and treatment of children and adolescents, ages 12-18, admitted to the inpatient behavioral health unit.

Responsibilities:

1. Support the milieu of the environment, maintain safety, and support the implementation of ISP individualized plan of care.

2. Provides supportive care and engagement according to Hospital Policy and procedure as delegated and as a team with our Mental Health Therapists.

3. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care for the physical, psychological, social, educational, and safety needs of the patients served regardless of age.

4. Other duties as required:

Other information:

Technical Expertise

1. Experience working with multidisciplinary teams.
2. Proficiency in computerized documentation is preferred.
3. Experience in healthcare is preferred.

Education and Experience

1. Education: High School Diploma or equivalent is required. Current enrollment in an undergraduate degree for counseling, psychology, social work or related degree, or nursing preferred. Associate degree is preferred.
2. Certification: BLS certification through the American Heart Association is required.
3. Years of experience: 0 to 2 years' experience
4. Years of experience supervising: None

Full Time

FTE: 1.000000

Status: Onsite