Behavioral Health Technician - Night Shift

Mclaren-Health-Care; Lapeer (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Reimbursement

Retirement Savings Matching

Refer-a-Friend Program

Health, Dental & Vision Insurance

PTO

Job summary

McLaren Health Care in Michigan seeks a Behavioral Health Technician to assist in the Behavioral Health Unit under the supervision of an RN, providing therapeutic care and monitoring patients' conditions.

The technician supports daily living activities, assists with admissions and transports, maintains safety and HIPAA compliance, and participates in patient-centered care with a compassionate approach.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in human services field or science (or Nursing student with mental health rotation).
• High school diploma with three years direct patient care on an inpatient psychiatric unit or in human services fields.
• Experience working with mental health/substance use populations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Observe and record patients' condition and responses to treatment.
• Lead therapeutic and recreational activities with patients.
• Assist with admissions, transport, and discharge.
• Help patients with activities of daily living (e.g., eating, bathing).
• Maintain safety, cleanliness, and infection-control practices.

Skills

Patient care

Observation

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

De-escalation

Education

Associate degree in human services or science

Nursing program student with mental health clinical rotation

High school diploma + 3 years direct patient care (inpatient psychiatric unit)

High school diploma + 3 years experience in human services or related field

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

McLaren Health Care in Michigan seeks a Behavioral Health Technician to assist in the Behavioral Health Unit under the supervision of an RN, providing therapeutic care and monitoring patients' conditions.

The technician supports daily living activities, assists with admissions and transports, maintains safety and HIPAA compliance, and participates in patient-centered care with a compassionate approach.