Behavioral Health Technician (Overnight)

Brookdale Premier Addiction Recovery; Tannersville (Monroe County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare facility is seeking a full-time Behavioral Health Technician to support patients throughout their treatment journey. The role includes patient safety, crisis intervention, and acting as a bridge between patients and the treatment team. Ideal candidates should have a high school diploma and relevant certifications, as well as a compassionate attitude towards patient care.

Benefits

401(k)

Healthcare benefits

Vacation and sick days

Employee referral program

Continuing education programs and training

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year sobriety if in recovery.
• First Aid/CPR certification within 30 days of hire.
• De-escalation/restraint technique certification within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Facilitates patient daily needs per the program schedule.
• Assists Nursing staff with patient supervision and vitals.
• Recognizes and responds to crisis situations.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Patient monitoring

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

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Company Description

Brookdale welcomes all applicants interested in working together with our compassionate team of experienced professionals to provide the highest quality of care to every one of our patients. Here at Brookdale, we believe in supporting our valued team members. This philosophy extends beyond our beautiful campus to include an extensive benefits package.

Company Description

Brookdale welcomes all applicants interested in working together with our compassionate team of experienced professionals to provide the highest quality of care to every one of our patients. Here at Brookdale, we believe in supporting our valued team members. This philosophy extends beyond our beautiful campus to include an extensive benefits package.

Compensation Range: $16-19 per hour

Compensation will be dependent upon geographic region, education, and experience

Our Offer to You!

We are dedicated to empowering our employees with their professional and personal development by providing:

• 401(k)
• Healthcare benefits
• Vacation and sick days
• Employee referral program
• Employee discounts to various stores, amusement parks, events, etc.
• Continuing education (CE) programs and training
• Weekly training opportunities
• Advancement opportunities within the organization
  
  

Job Description

A Behavioral Health Technician is responsible for assisting and supporting patients through the entire treatment experience from admission to discharge. BHT responsibilities primarily include ensuring patient safety, providing milieu interventions, and supporting patients as they navigate the treatment process. As the Tech team is available to the patient on a twenty-four-hour basis, careful patient monitoring and communication with the treatment team is essential.

Responsibilities

• Facilitates patient daily needs per the program schedule.
• Assists Nursing staff with duties as directed, for example: patient supervision, vitals, room searches, patient searches, etc.
• Recognizes, responds to, and assists in crisis situations and provides interventions as necessary.
• Consistently reports to work on time and prepared to perform the duties of the position.
• Delivers indirect and selected direct patient care as directed by facility leadership.
• Conducts intake processes, searches of belongings and patients and completes BAC’s and drug screen observations as directed by facility leadership.
• Monitors patient activity and documents any significant patient issues.
• Records rounds and ensures patient safety as specified.
• Conducts regular facility and grounds checks, advising facility leadership of any irregularities or safety concerns.
• Notifies and reports any health and safety issues, significant patient concerns and any out of the ordinary occurrences to facility leadership immediately.
• Completes all documentation requirements prior to the end of the shift.
• Performs basic housekeeping duties.
• Facilitates and leads daily groups as directed by facility leadership if applicable.
• Attends all staff meetings and in-service trainings.
• Completes all online training, policy verification, and ensures that their employee HR file is kept up to date.
• Monitors and oversees the self-administration of patient medication if applicable.
• Provides transportation services including patient transportation/supervision, errands, shopping, admits, outings, etc. (must be pre-qualified to drive a company vehicle).
  
  

This is a full-time position that will work Tuesday - Saturday & Sunday - Thursday from 11pm - 7am.

Shift differential not included.

For a virtual tour of the facility, please visit our website at www.brookdalerecovery.com.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Valid and unrestricted required State Driver’s License if applicable
• Minimum of 1 year sobriety if in recovery
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, and ability to document within an electronic system.
• First Aid/CPR certification within 30 days of hire and required recertification annually thereafter.
• De-escalation/restraint technique certification within 90 days of hire and recertification yearly thereafter.
• Medication training within 30 days of hire if applicable.
  
  

Not sure if you meet all the qualifications? Apply anyway! To provide truly innovative care, we need to have a diverse team around us. That’s why Discovery Behavioral Health is committed to creating an inclusive environment. If you find yourself meeting some but not all the above, we’d be happy to consider your application.

Additional Information

We are proud to be an EEO employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, or national origin.

For more information about our company benefits, please visit us at discoverybehavioralhealth.com/careers/

Discovery Behavioral Health seeks to build a diverse staff that is reflective of the patients we serve and the communities where we work. DBH encourages multiple perspectives, experiences, and strives to hire and retain a diverse workforce.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

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  Other

• Industries

  Wellness and Fitness Services

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