Behavioral Health Technician — Psychiatric Care Team

Riverside Health System; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Riverside Health System in Hampton, Virginia, is seeking a Behavioral Health Support role to provide direct patient care under supervision of nursing leadership. You will assist with assessments, care planning, and coordination for patients with psychiatric or chemical dependency needs.

Responsibilities include intake screening, safety observation, patient activities, and collaboration with the care team. CPR/First Aid within 30 days is required; high school diploma or GED is preferred.

Qualifications

• 1 year Behavioral health experience (Preferred)
• CPR/BLS Certification within 30 Days (Required)
• First Aid Certification within 30 Days (Required)

Responsibilities

• Assesses and treats children, adolescents, and adults seeking psychiatric and/or chemical dependency treatment. Communicates patient, resident, family needs to physicians accurately and completely.
• Collaborate with referral sources, patients, families, and team members regarding care coordination. Provides follow-up actions as needed.
• Serves as the initial contact for patients, families, referral sources and/or allied agencies seeking intervention or support. Provides complete and accurate Intake Screening Reports of the patient and/or caller complaint and condition, including initial observation made upon arrival, reflective of the patient’s status and age, as described in the policy and procedure guide.
• Leads patients in therapeutic and recreational activities.
• Monitors patients’ physical and emotional wellbeing and reports unusual behavior or physical ailments to the medical staff.
• Is able to observe patients for safety as directed by RN/ LPN to include rounding, direct observation, sitters
• Assists patient with activities of daily living to include hygiene, laundry, dressing, personal care as needed.

Skills

Behavioral health

Patient care

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Riverside Health System in Hampton, Virginia, is seeking a Behavioral Health Support role to provide direct patient care under supervision of nursing leadership. You will assist with assessments, care planning, and coordination for patients with psychiatric or chemical dependency needs.

Responsibilities include intake screening, safety observation, patient activities, and collaboration with the care team. CPR/First Aid within 30 days is required; high school diploma or GED is preferred.