Behavioral Health Technician - Part-Time

Centerstone; Bradenton (FL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off and holidays

Life Insurance

Job summary

Centerstone is seeking a part-time Behavioral Support Assistant for weekend shifts (7am to 7pm) in Bradenton, FL. The role focuses on assisting, supervising and coordinating therapeutic activities that improve daily living skills for clients.

Responsibilities include vital signs, supervision, nutrition support, and social interaction opportunities. Qualified candidates have a high school diploma, CPR/BLS or Crisis Training preferred, and a Florida driver’s license with a clean driving record.

Qualifications

• Effective written and verbal communication.
• Basic computer skills including MS Outlook and data entry.

Responsibilities

• Obtain vital signs (BP, resp, temp) and report results.
• Supervise clients in activities of daily living.
• Support clients' nutritional needs and social interactions.
• Assist in training new Behavioral Technicians.
• Conduct 15-minute safety checks and document belongings.

Skills

Communication skills

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Florida Driver's License

Job description

Centerstone is among the nation's leading nonprofit behavioral health systems with thousands of employees dedicated to delivering care that changes people’s lives. A dynamic, well-established organization, we offer rewarding opportunities to serve all ages in a variety of settings. Come talk to us about joining the Centerstone team!

HOURS

Part-Time - Weekends 7am to 7pm

Summary Of Position

Provides assistance, supervision and coordination of therapeutic activities relating to daily living skills of clients. May have to transport clients from other hospitals, court, etc.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Able to obtain Vital Signs, (BP, Resp, Temp). Able to perform Urine Drug screens and report results to nursing.
• Provides assistance and supervision to clients in their activities of daily living.
• Assists in providing for and supervising clients’ special nutritional needs.
• Provides social interaction opportunities for clients.
• Assists in training newly hired Behavioral Technicians.
• Completes 15 minute safety checks.
• Inventories and documents patient belongings including contraband and monetary items.
• Mediates agitated clients using approved Team Verbal techniques.
• Responds to emergency codes Dr. Show and Dr. Armstrong using TEAM Physical/Verbal techniques.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Effectively communicate via written, verbal, in person and virtual methods.
• Basic computer skills – MS Outlook, Data entry, word processing, and documentation of vital signs and shift notes via spreadsheet.

Qualifications

Education Level: High school graduate or equivalent required.

Years Of Experience: One year experience in mental health/addictions facility preferred.

Certification/Licensure: BLS certification, CNA Certification, or CPR certification or Crisis Training preferred. Valid Florida Driver's License with a safe driving record and current auto insurance.

Physical Requirements

Standing – 20%

Sitting – 80%

Squatting – Occasional

Kneeling – Occasional

Bending – Occasional

Driving – Occasional

Lifting – Occasional

DISCLAIMER

The duties and responsibilities described in this document are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time, or the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands.

Time Type

Part time

Pay Range

$15.00--$21.00

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision health coverage
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• 403b retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off and ten paid holidays
• AD&D Insurance, Life Insurance, and Long Term Disability (company paid)
• Employee Resource Groups
• Continuing education opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program

Equal Opportunity Statement

Centerstone is an equal opportunity employer. Employment at Centerstone is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. We treat all clients and colleagues with dignity and respect.

Company Culture

At Centerstone, we use our values as a guide for what we do. Respect, Expertise, Integrity and Empowerment are at the heart of every interaction at Centerstone, and particularly rooted in our Culture.

Our approach to culture is to create an environment that encourages, supports and celebrates the voices and experiences of our employees. We are committed to a culture of empowerment, respect, integrity and expertise that powers our innovation and connects us to each other, our clients and the communities we serve.

Centerstone is also committed to a strong culture of quality and safety, celebrating role-models who champion best practices for quality, clinical risk, and patient safety.