Behavioral Health Technician II

SalusCare, Inc.; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

Job summary

SalusCare, Inc in Southwest Florida is seeking a compassionate Behavioral Health Technician with experience across multi-campus care for patients with mental health and addiction diagnoses. You will work in crisis intervention, ensure meticulous documentation, and support collaborative care in adult and children's crisis and detox units.

Requires a high school diploma or equivalent, one year direct-care experience (or 30 college credits toward an undergraduate degree in health or behavioral

Qualifications

• Requires a High School diploma or equivalent; one year direct-care experience in behavioral health or related field preferred.
• Alternate: completion of 30 semester credits toward undergrad in health/behavioral health or related field.
• Must be comfortable working with children and adults and able to use verbal and physical interventions as a last resort.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate safe, therapeutic environments across multiple programs, serving children and adults with mental health, substance abuse and dual-diagnosis.
• Maintain detailed daily documentation and collaborate with clinical teams to support treatment plans.
• Operate effectively across diverse departments, including Adult/Children's Crisis Units, Detox and Transitional Living.

Skills

Crisis Intervention

Documentation

Dual Diagnosis Care

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

30 sem/credit hours toward undergrad health field

Job description

Important notice: SalusCare, Inc is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants are considered for all positions without regard torace, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, marital or veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. SalusCare, Inc is a drug freeworkplace and adheres to the drug free workplace program as outlined under Florida worker’s compensation law. All applicants beingconsidered for employment will be required to undergo a drug screen and a level 2 background check through the Department of Children and Families and Agency for HealthCare Administration. Refusal to submit or positive results of the test will prohibit youfrom being offered employment. https://info.flclearinghouse.com

Looking for a compassionate Behavioral Health Technician with experience in multi-campus care for patients with mental health and addiction diagnoses. Skilled in crisis intervention, and safe transportation. Committed to providing a therapeutic environment, meticulous documentation, and collaborative care in adult/children crisis and detoxification units.

Job Responsibilities:

What you will do.

• Facilitate safe, therapeutic environments across multiple programs, serving children and adults with mental health, substance abuse and dual-diagnosis.
• Maintain detailed daily documentation and collaborate with clinical teams to support treatment plans.
• Operate effectively across diverse department, including Adult/Children's Crisis Units, Detox and Transitional Living.

Why SalusCare?

Established nonprofit serving Southwest Florida

Mission-driven, community based organization

Opportunity to influence program growth and development

Generous PTO

Preferred Skills:

• Crisis Intervention
• Documentation
• Dual Diagnosis Care (Mental Health & Substance Abuse)

Additional Requirements:

• Successful pre-employment medical screening (drug test and TB)
• Level 2 Background screening (DCF & AHCA)
• Completion of one-week orientation

Job Qualifications:

Requires a High School diploma/equivalent. One (1) year direct-care experience in a behavioral health, human services, corrections, mental health or related field preferred. OR The successful completion of the equivalent of 30 semester/credit hours towards an undergraduate degree in health, behavioral health, human services or a related field.

Should possess a general knowledge of co-occurring disorders in order to best serve both target populations (substance abuse and mental health preferred). Must be comfortable working with children and adults and to use verbal and physical interventions (as a last resort) to manage aggression.

For those seeking employment in a residential setting a valid Florida driver’s license with a good driving record and current auto insurance is required.