Behavioral Health Technician II

Valleywise Health; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a compassionate Behavioral Health Technician II to join their dedicated team. This role involves providing essential physical and psychological care to patients facing mental health challenges. With a commitment to employee well-being, the organization offers a supportive work environment and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision plans, along with generous paid time off. Ideal candidates will have experience in behavioral health settings and possess strong communication skills, making a positive impact on the lives of diverse patient populations. If you're passionate about making a difference in mental health care, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans

Flexible Spending Accounts

100% Retirement Match

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience providing direct services in behavioral health settings.
• Must have BLS certification and valid fingerprint clearance card.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical and psychological care to patients with mental health diagnoses.
• Collaborate with treatment team members, including patients and families.

Skills

Crisis Prevention Intervention Training

Effective communication skills

Basic computer skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Behavioral Health

Associate degree plus 15 months of relevant experience

18 credit hours in a behavioral health-related field

Job description

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Facility:

Maryvale Campus

Department:

BH Unit 301 - Maryvale

Schedule:

Regular FT 36 Hours Per Week

Shifts:

Varied

Under the direction of the Nurse Manager, this position performs a variety of routine activities to provide physical and psychological care to patients with primary or secondary mental health diagnoses. The Behavioral Health Technician II (BHT II) collaborates with all treatment team members, including the patient and family.

Benefits

Valleywise Health offers comprehensive benefits to support employees and their families, including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 100% Retirement Match in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS)
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Sick and Extended Illness Bank
• Tuition Reimbursement
• And more!

Hourly Pay Rate:

$17.54 - $25.87

Qualifications

Education:

Must meet one of the following:

• One year of full-time experience as a Behavioral Health Tech at Valleywise Behavioral Health Center or Valleywise Health Medical Center with above-average performance, or
• Two years of full-time behavioral health work experience, or
• Any associate degree plus 15 months of relevant experience, or
• 18 credit hours in a behavioral health-related field plus 18 months of experience, or
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field plus one year of experience, or
• Bachelor’s degree in Behavioral Health or a related field.

Experience:

• Providing direct services such as counseling, monitoring, recreational activities, or transportation to individuals with mental health or substance use issues in behavioral health, medical, educational, or correctional settings.
• Preferably 1-2 years of relevant experience.

Specialized Training:

• Crisis Prevention Intervention Training required.

Certification/Licensure:

• BLS certification from the American Heart Association or obtained during training.
• Valid fingerprint clearance card for Mesa - Unit 2 Adolescent, or application submitted within 7 days of hire, valid throughout employment.
• Must be at least 21 years old, or 18+ with appropriate licensing or certification.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to provide behavioral health services to diverse populations, including older adults, individuals with substance abuse issues, and those with co-occurring disorders or domestic violence victims.
• Basic computer skills for navigating electronic medical records.
• Effective communication skills in English.

Additional Details

• Seniority Level: Entry level
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Job Function: Other
• Industry: Hospitals and Health Care