Behavioral Health Technician - Inpatient Psychiatry Waltham - 24 hours

Boston Children's Hospital; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a compassionate Behavioral Health Technician to join their inpatient psychiatry team. This role involves providing critical support to patients with behavioral health needs, ensuring their safety and well-being through vigilant monitoring and proactive intervention. Candidates will engage in therapeutic de-escalation techniques and assist with daily living activities, contributing to a supportive and healing environment. With a flexible schedule and a commitment to professional development, this position offers a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of patients and their families.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Generous Time Off

403(b) Plan

Pension

Cell Phone Discounts

Child Care

Student Loan Subsidies

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED required; Associate’s Degree preferred.
• BLS certification and de-escalation training required within specified time.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one support to patients with behavioral health needs.
• Monitor patient safety and conduct environmental checks.

Skills

Patient Monitoring

De-escalation Techniques

Behavioral Observation

Documentation Skills

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Associate’s Degree

Job description

Behavioral Health Technician - Inpatient Psychiatry Waltham - 24 hours

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Job Description

The Behavioral Health Technician will be responsible for:

• Providing one-on-one support to patients with behavioral health needs.
• Monitoring patient safety and observing behaviors in accordance with protocols.
• Conducting environmental checks with Registered Nurse assistance and identifying risk factors.
• Implementing safety measures such as restraints, observation levels, and suicide watches as needed.
• Responding to and de-escalating acute behavioral episodes therapeutically.
• Preventing elopement under the guidance of medical staff and calling support when necessary.
• Identifying behaviors that could escalate and using techniques to de-escalate.
• Monitoring patients and environment for safety concerns.
• Assisting with vital signs, Activities of Daily Living, and medical procedures as directed.
• Completing documentation and administrative duties.

The schedule involves 8-hour shifts, with day/evening rotations, occasional nights, every other weekend, and rotating holidays, totaling 24 hours.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED; Associate’s Degree preferred.
• BLS certification within three months of hire.
• De-escalation training within six months of hire.
• Six months of experience in behavioral health or educational setting preferred.

Benefits

Boston Children’s Hospital offers competitive compensation, flexible schedules, health, vision, dental insurance, child care, student loan subsidies, generous time off, 403(b) plan, pension, tuition reimbursement, license/certification reimbursement, cell phone discounts, and T-pass discounts.

Additional Information

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Other
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